Found yourself letting property through circumstance rather than a conscious decision to invest? You’re not alone. This handy guide contains 7 key considerations to get you started on the right path to being a successful ‘accidental’ landlord. ‘What is an accidental landlord?’ we
How to legally get your property back Most tenancies are a success, with tenants paying their full rent on time and landlords doing their part by providing good-quality homes. And the vast majority of tenancies end when the tenant chooses to move out –
Your guide to the rules in England Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are different to single lets in a number of ways. The rules on fire safety are much tighter, you’ll need specialist mortgage and insurance products, and the management and maintenance demands are
The tenant fee ban is probably the biggest piece of legislative change in the industry since the Housing Act in 2004. Here’s how it will impact you.
Welcome to your new home Welcome to your new home and now that you have moved into your property, we would like to tell you a little about our service. Our aim is to provide you with a first class management service and subsequently
Are you a Landlord? – Property inspections are important One important job for every landlord or for your property management company is to complete property inspections. Carrying out regular inspections every few months can help you or your agent spot potential problems and
Since 23 November 2015, all Landlords operating in Wales must become registered with Rent Smart Wales. Landlords have a year to comply with this new obligation. This new requirement comes from Part 1 of the Housing (Wales) Act 2014. Are you a Landlord with
If you received a deposit before 6 April 2007 and the tenancy became statutory periodic after that date, you now have until 23 June 2015 to make sure it is protected. The Deregulation Act has clarified several points in deposit protection law, and Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) has
