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Letting
How to move letting agent – simple steps
How to move letting agent – simple steps As a landlord your letting agent should be your outsource department, their value should outweigh your costs. If this ideal doesn’t ring true it’s time for a change. We know that changing letting agents can seem daunting, but take it from property managers who’ve been doing this […]
Properties For Sale
Thinking of Selling this Spring? – 10 tips to get your house ready for sale
Thinking of Selling this Spring? – 10 tips to get your house ready for sale Spring is one of the most popular times in the housing market. Demand increases as the days get longer and the evenings get warmer so it’s a great, and popular, time to sell. If you’re planning to sell this spring, you’ll […]
Student Accommodation
Get your name on the list, the property list
Get your name on the list, the property list Students live very busy lives and looking for a property for next year’s one thing on a long to do list – so we’re here to help with a first look at our property list! Before you start your search there’s a few key things to […]
Landlords, Legislation
Immigration checks are coming – What do you need to know?
Immigration checks are coming – What do you need to know? Many landlords carry out checks as a matter of course but from February, in England, Right to Rent checks become a legal requirement. For most, background checks on new tenants are an expected part of the moving in process, but these are about to become law. […]
Tenants
Christmas is coming! Our top tips.
Christmas is coming! Our top tips. It’s the third week of December which can only mean one thing – Christmas is coming! Excitement is in the air and there’s Christmas fun, gifts and time with family and friends to look forward to. Before you travel home for Christmas though, there are a few things to […]
Investment
Bank of England Base Rate – Rising, but when? And what it means for us
Bank of England Base Rate – Rising, but when? And what it means for us For a while now there has been a lot of discussion and speculation about Bank of England base rate rising. This is a very speculative topic of conversation and there are so many differences of opinion. I have heard commentary […]
Landlords
Would you know if your tenants were subletting?
Would you know if your tenants were subletting? The National Landlords Association has announced that 50% of subletting happens without landlord consent. This is a huge number, and could become an issue if not addressed. Here’s our guide to prevent and spot subletting. The issue Unauthorised subletting can lead to cramped living conditions. Too many people living in one space can be uncomfortable and dangerous, as well as breaking licensing laws and invalidating insurance. A clear statement within your tenancy agreement about your policy on subletting, is great but no assurance that tenants won’t continue to do so without asking permission. Therefore it’s important for tenants to understand the weight of subletting. How to stop subletting Educating Tenants Setting out your expectations from the start is important. Discussing your subletting policy with tenants at the start of their tenancy, rather than relying upon them reading a hand book or tenancy agreement is smart. Outline how to address requests to sublet. Focus on the importance of communication rather than isolating tenants by focussing on potential penalties. Taking headshots of tenants when they move in allows you, or whoever is inspecting, to quickly identify who should be there. This practise also creates a good opportunity to address (and stress) your policy on subletting. Property Inspections Property inspections are always important, and can save you money in the long run. Regular visits to your property help to identify if anyone other than the agreed parties are living there. Although this could become a strenuous task for landlords who manage multiple properties, these findings mean that it’s a necessity. Diaries are the most effective way to keep track of property visits. Using one will ensure you are inspecting each property regularly, and is a good way to keep notes together. Visits are your main opportunity to look for any signs indicating that extra tenants are in your property. Stay well informed on the actions you can take if you do discover subletting. This will hopefully allow you to put a stop to the problem before it becomes worse, saving you time, money and hassle.
Hints & Tips
Top tips for your garden this winter
Top tips for your garden this winter A well-tended garden can set the scene for your whole home and, as Audrey Hepburn said “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” With snow on Scottish hills and the first frost around the corner, now is the time to put your garden to bed for […]
Hints & Tips, Landlords
Landlords, is it worth setting up as a limited company?
Landlords, is it worth setting up as a limited company? Property is one of the most accessible forms of investment, and an area most people feel comfortable in. Although it’s familiar territory there can be a big jump between owning your family home, and running a successful property portfolio as a landlord. Running a limited […]
