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Being a hands-on landlord has more obligations than ever, and the extra workload can sometimes eclipse the joy of providing high-quality homes and receiving an income from an appreciating asset. When someone contacts us and says they’re tired of being a landlord, it’s not usually because they don’t see it as a path to long-term
Landlord databases are designed to offer greater transparency and assurance to tenants over the way landlords manage their rental homes. Although the systems are different across England, Scotland and Wales, the objective is the same: to ensure that all rental homes are registered, and that they are legally compliant places to live. But how do
While lettings law has shifted towards greater security for tenants, the rights of landlords are far from being completely cancelled, and there are still plenty of possession grounds you can use. Whether it’s a troublesome tenant, moving in, selling up or making major upgrades, there’s a legal path to getting your property back — as
No two managing agents are the same, and their terms of business will be as particular to them as the people who work there. So when you’re choosing between managing agents in Kent, it’s a good idea to have a checklist of what to look out for so you can make the right choice for
Vacant weeks without rent, interim decorating costs, new referencing fees, inventory charges… The unwelcome expenses from a high tenant turnover can really mount up. While tax changes and interest rates get the loudest headlines and groans, the silent killer of a healthy yield is a regular stream of check-ins and check-outs. We’ve met landlords in
With the Renters’ Rights Act in England and the Housing Act in Scotland now firmly in play, the idea of a “Decent Home” is moving from a nice concept to strict rules affecting every private landlord. While these laws aren’t universally popular, it is a hard fact that UK rental housing often lags behind Europe
Many landlords have been extremely generous around rent reviews with their tenants, particularly when they have good people renting their property, because stability and peace of mind are so highly prized. However, the rent review process will come with greater implications once the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect, so it’s wise to know what that
There’s no shortage of tenants, but if you want to naturally attract the very best of the bunch and achieve the highest possible rent, the contents of your rental listing are the crucial first step. Time and time again, we’ve seen how the depth of marketing has a direct impact on the quality of enquiries,
It seems like an eternity since the idea of EPC changes for rental homes was first mooted, but we finally have solid dates and new criteria to work to. There’s been much talk of the ineffective measuring standards used in current EPC bands, so along with deadlines for property upgrades, the way EPCs are assessed
With the Renters’ Rights Act in England and the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 both gaining Royal Assent, landlords face a series of 2026 rental reforms. In fact, the scene is set for something of a ‘Great Convergence’ between English and Scottish law as the new rules come into force. Whether you own a single rental
