I’ve had a question in from a reader asking, ‘What are the responsibilities of a landlord?’. That’s a great question, and there’s two different ways at looking at this. Firstly, from a moral point of view, the responsibility of the landlord is to provide good, safe, sound, watertight, good quality […]
To the uninitiated, being a landlord might sound like a lucrative gig. Earning semi-passive income in rent sounds amazing, right? However, if you’re considering getting into the property market and being a landlord, there are a lot of expenses to consider. Mortgage and repair costs are a given, but what […]
With the pandemic causing a surge in demand for properties with gardens across the UK, data from experts at Paving Direct shows having a garden adds 25% more to the average letting price. According to the data, the most expensive gardens in the UK are in Bath where their backyards add over […]
It’s smart to be safe A responsible landlord will want to help ensure the safety and security of their tenants. Even if your property is situated in a safe area, a home security system can provide peace of mind to a renter that their belongings are protected. This makes your […]
Property investment is a business and property investors are effectively business managers. They may not have direct staff but they will have tenants and those tenants need to be managed. Part of tenant management is dealing with landlord/tenant disputes. How exactly should landlords deal with tenant disputes? The causes of […]
Smart technology is a relatively new innovation that makes people’s lives easier through advanced processes. And through the years, it’s been growing in popularity. The global market for smart home technology is expected to reach £114 billion by 2024, according to UK Tech News. That’s a huge leap from a […]
The private rental sector is like any other business sector, in that it is dictated by supply and demand. Some areas are more popular than others, with current stats suggesting Manchester is the number one city for landlords, closely followed by Cambridge and London. At first glance, new landlords probably […]
Getting your home ready to let can feel like a big step. As a prospective landlord, you should already have permission from your mortgage lender and, of course, worked out the costs to ensure that you can earn a profit from renting out your property. All that is left is […]
We are confident that your place of residence has been your safe haven for many of you reading this throughout the challenging few months we have endured as of late. Whether you are with your family in a large, rural home or are in a smaller flat in a central […]
Tuition fees aside, one of the biggest costs’ students will face during their time at university is the cost of their accommodation. Many students feel like their student homes are poor value for money. This is something that is very dependent on the landlord’s actions and choices. As a landlord, […]
