How to get the most from your rental investment

You have found the perfect rental investment, now you need to get it ready for your first tenants. Here are some preparation tips for you!

New safety rules on the horizon

Tips for renting your home in spring

Spring has officially begun and it is traditionally the busiest and best time of the year to rent your property.  So what tips do we have?

What can I charge my tenant when the tenancy ends?

The biggest issue at the end of most tenancies is cleaning. How do you prove the home was clean at the start? What does clean mean?

Is it time to expand your portfolio?

A recent survey of landlords by Shawbrook Bank Services found that 33% of landlords expected to expand their portfolio over the next year

EPCs…. AGAIN!

There's now talk that Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) need to be totally reviewed as a rather interesting anomaly has come to light...

What causes disputes at the end of a tenancy?

Are rent arrears the most common reason for disputes at the end of a tenancy? The Dispute Service (TDS) found that 49% of disputes were...

How to Protect Your Property in Winter

You need to invest time to check for the basics in order to have longer tenancies. Planning in works is a lot better than being hit with unexpected costs

An update on the Renters Reform Bill

We've been waiting for an update on the Renters Reform Bill since November 2019. The changes were going to include scrapping Section 21...

A guide to property investment part 4: Buying a rental investment

Buying a rental investment property? Find out what you should be looking for to get the most out of your money.