The Impact of Natural Light on Property Investment Returns Natural light is a feature that can significantly enhance a property’s appeal and investment potential. In fact, a recent survey revealed that under 30% of respondents would pay more for a property with plenty of natural light. Properties that optimise daylight […]
Renting out property can be a lucrative business, but it comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to maintaining safety and compliance. While some risks are visible and easily managed, others might be lurking out of sight, potentially posing a serious threat to both your tenants […]
In a competitive rental market, making a lasting impression is paramount to capturing the attention of prospective tenants. That is why London-based lettings agent JOHNS&CO is offering expert guidance on the essential steps landlords should consider before they advertise their rentals to prospective tenants. Boutaina Cansick, Head of Lettings at JOHNS&CO, said: […]
The uncertain nature of today’s property market is far from negative as far as many landlords are concerned, according to substantial research of carried out by property services specialist Leaders Romans Group. LRG surveyed 271 landlords across its estate agency brands Gibbs Gillespie, Hose Rhodes Dickson, Leaders, Moginie James, Portico, […]
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 […]
Here we look at the rules for claiming tax relief on expenses incurred before you first let a property. Landlords know that the easiest time to update a property is before it is first let. But, however necessary the work, will HMRC say it is capital expenditure that cannot be […]
Sarah Bradford explores the tax reliefs on offer when renovating a buy-to-let property. Buying a property to renovate and then let out, can be an attractive proposition, particularly where the buyer has the skills to undertake a lot of the work him or herself. However, while the aim is to […]
Every investor enters the world of property investment with the aim of getting the most out of their buy-to-let investment as possible, and so finding ways to help to increase this can often feel like a dream come true. Improving your property and what it has to offer can really […]
More than three quarters of landlords say they won’t rent a property to students, according to a recent poll – and 64% wouldn’t rent to tenants on benefits. But dismissing whole groups of tenants could mean landlords are missing out on potential rental opportunities. Despite their reputation for throwing wild […]
If your managing agent isn’t doing their job properly, what steps can you take to rectify the situation? Mnaaging AgentsJohn Peartree of the Federation of Private Residents’ Associations (FPRA) advises that there are a number of approaches to the problem. Residents fall out with managing agents for a huge number […]
