Homeowners are turning to renting amid property shortage
Why homeowners are turning to renting: There is no denying the past year has been a whirlwind already for the housing market. After the Stamp Duty Holiday led to prices rising faster than ever before and houses flying off the shelf,
Landlord’s Checklist – A Pre-tenancy guide
The Landlords Pre-Tenancy Guide Renting a property out by yourself can take a lot of time, patience and organisation for any landlord. We’ve complied an easy checklist for landlords to help you to ensure you’ve remembered everything. From compliance to protection,
A landlords guide to Tenancy Deposits
A landlords guide to tenancy deposits Here we explore some of the frequently asked questions with regards to tenancy deposits. Where is a tenancy deposit held? Legally all tenancy deposits must be held in a government approved deposit scheme such as The Tenancy
Should I arrange a mid-term inspection?
Should I book a mid-term inspection? It’s a question landlords often wonder, is it really worth having a mid-term inspection? You check the property and prepare the inventory when the tenants move in, and you do the same when they move
What Does An Inventory Clerk Do & Why Should I Hire One?
Factories, retailers, wholesale outlets, distribution centers, and all the homeowners need someone to keep track of everything before renting their buildings or properties to tenants for business, residential, or any other purposes. The inventory Clerk is the one who is particularly
Government ends emergency measures to protect tenants during the pandemic
The Eviction Ban is ending on 31st May 2021 During the pandemic, the government implemented emergency measures to help tenants who may be struggling to pay rent or keep their home while the country was in such an uncertain state. The
Landlords responsibility for Smoke and CO2 Alarms
A Landlords obligation for smoke and CO2 detectors Landlords – What you need to know about smoke and carbon monoxide alarms What are the regulations around smoke and CO2 detectors in a privately rented property? In October 2015 regulations were introduced to enforce
Pet Friendly Tenancy Agreements
The Ministry of Housing announced a change to the government’s standard tenancy contract last month with the aim of making it easier for tenants with pets to find rental accommodation. This has been a move the government has been edging
Cleaning is the most common cause of tenancy deposit dispute claims
Cleaning is revealed as the top reason for tenancy deposit disputes The 2020 annual review from The Dispute Service (TDS) has claimed that cleaning Is the most common reason for a tenancy deposit dispute, highlighting the importance of detailed and accurate
Houses for rent are being snapped up 30% quicker than last year!
Renters are snapping up properties 30% quicker than last year Housing Portal Zoopla has released their quarterly rental market report which has shown that houses in the UK are being reserved on average 30% faster than this time last year. These