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How to prepare your property to rent..
Whether you are a first-time landlord or have a bigger lettings portfolio, it is important to be prepared when welcoming new tenants into your rental property.
This proactive approach not only safeguards the tenant’s health and safety and may prevent future maintenance issues, but it also ensures your tenant has a good experience living in your property, helping you with potential leases in the future.
Click image to read five things to consider when preparing your rental property for a new tenant.
Managing the winter snap!
It’s that time of year, when that winter frost is still snapping at our heels. For people working or studying from home it is even more challenging keeping your home warm without spending too much on heating bills. Especially with the current energy companies situation you might have already started thinking about cheap ways to keep your home warm in case your bills shoot up.We’ve put together some top tips on how to keep your home warm.
We’ve put together some top tips on how to keep your home warm Click image to read more.
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
If you’re thinking about renting out one document you’ll hear mentioned frequently is the EPC.
Here, we’ll explain everything you need to know about EPCs and outline some of the things you can do to improve your property’s energy efficiency…
What does EPC stand for?
EPC stands for Energy Performance Certificate and is a document you’ll need to produce if you want to sell or rent out a property.
What is an EPC? – An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) shows a buyer or renter how energy efficient your property is and offers a projection of how much the property could cost to run.
EPCs were introduced in 2007 as a legal requirement for any home being let out or sold and are part of a drive to reduce the UK’s carbon emissions. Operating buildings is said to be responsible for 28% of all CO2 emissions globally.
An EPC is split into several different sections.. to read more click image.
All you need to know about Deposits
Deposit Schemes
Tenancy deposit scheme have been around for more than a decade – but they can still be tricky to understand for tenants.
In this guide, we’ll explain everything you need to know about how the schemes work, the rules around them, your obligations as a tenant and what your landlord must do to stay compliant.
What is my tenancy deposit for?
Tenancy deposits are sums of money payable by tenants and used as security by landlords against costs or damage at the end of a tenancy.
Does my landlord have to take a deposit from me?
Landlords aren’t legally required to take a tenancy deposit, but it’s highly recommended and the vast majority do.
If your landlord is letting their property through an agent, they will always be required to take a deposit.
What is deposit protection?
If you sign an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST), your tenancy deposit must be protected in a deposit protection scheme, which is government-backed.
Deposit protection was introduced for all ASTs starting after April 5, 2007.
If you’re renting a property from a private landlord, your tenancy is an AST and it began after April 5, 2007, your deposit must be protected.
If your tenancy began before April 6, 2007 and you haven’t signed a new agreement since, your deposit is probably not protected and is not required to be by law.. click image to read more..
Christmas 2025
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Why letting your property is sound financial sense.
Letting a property can make financial sense by generating an ongoing income stream, potentially covering the mortgage and providing a return, while also allowing you to benefit from the property’s long-term appreciation in value. It can also diversify your investment portfolio and provide a hedge against inflation, especially if you can use the rental income to pay down the mortgage or cover expenses. Click image to read more
Stay safe this Christmas
Christmas and the rest of the holiday season is a magical time, with homes transforming into winter wonderlands and neighbourhoods lighting up with decorations. With so much excitement and wonder, you may not be thinking about the hazards lurking around the holidays? Help your family and your home stay safe and cheerful this holiday season by paying attention to the advice on our news page.. click image to read more
Busting the myths of renting
There are many misconceptions that make tenants think twice before taking this step. So, let’s debunk some of the most common myths and shed light on what renting can be like.
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Why landlords are opting for fully managed property solutions
A recent Uswitch survey has found that almost two-thirds of landlords in the UK are considering switching to a managed let.
More than 2000 landlords, who took part in the survey, were asked how likely it is that they’d use a letting agent to look after their let in the future. From the 63% who answered yes, the most popular reasons for making the change included:
No longer having to deal with repairs (32%).
No longer having to find tenants (30%).
No longer dealing with legal requirements (30%).
Not having a strong enough knowledge of the market (29%).
With upcoming changes to lettings’ legislation, it is now more important than ever for landlords to give their full attention to their let. After all, in this lettings’ climate, it is no longer possible to be a part-time landlord without the help of a letting agent
11 mistakes landlords make
Becoming a landlord can be a rewarding venture, offering the chance to generate passive income and build long-term wealth. However, managing rental property is far from passive — especially if you’re new to the game. With around a third of UK households renting in either the private or social sector, demand for quality rental homes is high. But success as a landlord depends on avoiding the common missteps that can cost you time, money, and legal headaches.
Whether you’re renting out your first property or expanding your portfolio, click image to read 11 pitfalls many new landlords fall into — and practical ways to steer clear of them.