Your home is on the market, Christmas is coming, and it’s almost time for decorations to go up, but how do you unleash your festive fervour while keeping your rooms clutter-free and ready for viewings? Well, as luck would have it, Christmas decorations can showcase the best of your home without stealing the limelight, casting
No inventory, no claim. That’s about the long and the short of it if you end up in dispute with your tenant and want to make a deduction from their security deposit. Much more than just a list of items, an inventory is your only legal safeguard in claiming for damages. The law favours evidence,
They say teamwork makes the dream work, and being a landlord is no exception. Having great people working for you gives you the most precious commodity of all – time. Time to spend with your family, on personal passions, or expanding your rental portfolio. Listen to any Ted talk or podcast with a high-profile business
Using an agent to manage your rental property should leave you full of confidence and free of stress, with reliable long-term tenants, full legal compliance, and efficient maintenance and repairs. Unfortunately, that’s not every landlord’s experience, and not all agents live up to their hype. A poor one can cause a string of headaches, but
Whether the market is booming or flat, there are homes that sell fast and others that stick around. And when it’s yours that’s left on the shelf, it’s a frustrating and uncertain time. Although there’s always a reason, it may not be clear right now. But if the promised queue of buyers has failed to
Average rental yields hit a ten-year high in the summer of 2024, fuelled by massive demand from tenants and an ever more acute shortage of homes. That data comes from a survey by Paragon Banking of 800 landlords that also revealed how 85% of them were making a monthly profit. It’s true that part of
When it comes to having a blooming garden in spring, October is the time to prepare. By laying the groundwork now, your plants will have time to settle in and put down roots over autumn and winter, so they’re ready for the big push skywards once the coldest months are gone. Even if you’ve never
Whether by plan or by accident, renting out your own home could be better for you than selling. Perhaps you’re relocating for work, heading off on an exciting adventure, or looking to create an extra income stream while moving on somewhere else. Regardless of why, there’s plenty to navigate in legal, financial, and personal terms,
Why is Autumn such an underrated time of year to sell? Nature looks a treat, there are fewer homes to compete with, and if you want to be sure of moving in spring, now’s the time to start. Whatever the season, giving some thought to how your home harnesses the season is well worthwhile, from
As The Renters’ Rights Bill sets out to reshape the private rental sector, sweeping changes are on the horizon for landlords and tenants. The government is pushing to pass the Bill by summer 2025, so if you’re a current or budding landlord, it’s essential to understand how the new rules will impact your business, so
