
Will There be a Mandatory Property Redress Scheme for UK Landlords?
The government has dropped its biggest hint yet that a mandatory property redress scheme for UK landlords is on the way. Currently, all...
Jul 13, 20213 min read


What Rental Charges Can Landlords Demand Before a Tenancy?
The coronavirus pandemic has dented many people’s finances, leaving landlords and letting agents needing to be as cautious as possible...
Jun 10, 20213 min read


What You Need to Know About Landlord Income Tax on Rental Properties
New research shows that rogue landlords are evading more tax than ever before. HMRC’s Let Property Campaign has been running for eight...
Jan 14, 20213 min read


What Are the Rules for Letting HMO Properties and Do You Need an HMO Licence?
Guildford Borough Council successfully prosecuted a landlord recently for operating a house in multiple occupancy (HMO) without the...
Oct 15, 20204 min read


Is it Best to Let a Property Furnished or Unfurnished?
Whether you are a landlord or letting agent, you will no doubt have a preference over whether you let a property furnished or...
Sep 22, 20203 min read


Is This a Good Time to Become a Buy-to-Let Landlord?
2020 has been a turbulent year for pretty much every industry, but could it also be an opportunity to try something new? Many people...
Sep 15, 20203 min read


What You Need to Know About 2020/21 Landlord Tax Changes
We are now into the new financial year and there are new rules that directly affect the lettings industry. The 2020/21 landlord tax...
May 14, 20203 min read


Why Landlords Need to Use Letting Agents to Find Tenants
When renting out a property, there are a number of considerations to make. One of the major decisions a new landlord must take is whether...
Sep 26, 20194 min read


Strengthening the Landlord/Tenant Relationship
If you ever hear about the landlord/tenant relationship, it is usually based on a negative story in the press in which the two parties...
Feb 26, 20193 min read


What Are a Landlord’s Rights?
The internet is filled with advice for tenants about their rights, but what rights does a landlord have? As the owner of the property,...
Feb 19, 20193 min read