Aug 273 min read
What Does it Mean to Be a Good Landlord?
Property industry body Propertymark has publicly stated its support of Manchester mayor Andy Burnham’s new ‘Good Landlord Charter. ’ But...
Jun 254 min read
Dealing with Tenants Suspected of Illegal Activities in a Rental Property
Landlords need to know that the people who rent their properties are using them in a respectful manner and looking after the owner’s...
May 143 min read
Understanding and Complying with the Equality Act 2010 as a Landlord
The Equality Act 2010 is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to protect individuals from discrimination in various areas of life,...
Apr 303 min read
Which is Better For Landlords: Single Let or HMO?
Choosing between renting out a property as a single let or as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) depends on various factors, including...
Mar 263 min read
How to Be an Absentee Landlord and Make it Work
An absentee landlord who rented out properties in London whilst basing himself in Dubai has been forced to pay back £20,700 to tenants....
Mar 29, 20222 min read
Should We Have 24-Hour-a-Day Landlord Requirements?
The High Court has ruled that landlords of houses in multiple occupation (HMO) in Belfast must be on call 24 hours a day. The ruling...
Mar 8, 20223 min read
Japanese Knotweed: How to Get Rid of it From Your Rental Properties
The storms that hit Britain in February may bring additional consequences for landlords and their rental properties. Japanese knotweed...
Feb 22, 20223 min read
What Makes the Perfect Buy to Let Property?
ARLA Propertymark has issued a warning that rental stocks are dwindling, particularly in London, where the number of available private...
Oct 15, 20204 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...
Dec 19, 20194 min read
How to Make Rental Properties More Energy Efficient
With a twin result of helping the environment and saving whoever pays the bills money, it is essential to know how to make rental...
