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Landlords see a rise in late rent payments across the UK
With the current cost of living crisis, late rent payments are on the rise, forcing many people to prioritise other living expenses. A...
Elliot Leigh
Jan 25, 20242 min read
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Is 2024 the Year to Invest in the London Property Market?
With house prices expected to fall over the next year, and decreases in interest rates also forecast after the autumnal general election,...
Elliot Leigh
Jan 23, 20242 min read
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Landlord Repair Responsibilities: Section 11
As you may know, it is a legal obligation for landlords to carry out repairs in their rental property, found under Section 11 of Landlord...
Elliot Leigh
Jan 17, 20243 min read
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Landlords: How often should you inspect your property?
A recent survey by Direct Line has revealed that 83% of UK landlords have experienced breaches of their tenancy agreements by their...
Elliot Leigh
Jan 9, 20242 min read
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2024 Predictions: Inflation & Mortgage Rates
The past year has been ever-changing in terms of the UK housing market, with price fluctuations seen throughout. In September, we saw the...
Elliot Leigh
Jan 3, 20243 min read
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5 of the Most Affordable Areas to Buy a Property in London
It’s without a doubt that London is one of the most expensive places to buy properties within the UK, with an average house price of...
Elliot Leigh
Dec 21, 20233 min read
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How Will the UK Interest Rate Freeze Impact Mortgage Borrowers?
In the ever-evolving landscape of the housing industry, one factor plays a pivotal role in enticing potential homeowners into the market:...
Elliot Leigh
Dec 19, 20232 min read
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How Can Landlords Support The Social Housing Crisis?
The social housing crisis is a pressing issue that is affecting more than half a million families in England who are on the waiting list...
Elliot Leigh
Dec 19, 20233 min read
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Managing Your Growing Property Portfolio
It's no secret that owning a property portfolio comes with it's fair share of work for a Landlord. Below, we have outlined our top tips...
Elliot Leigh
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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End of Tenancy Checklist for Landlords
Tenancies can come to an end for a variety of reasons, whether its the end of a fixed term contract or the Landlord/tenant wishes to end...
Elliot Leigh
Dec 6, 20233 min read
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5 Reasons to Convert to an HMO
A HMO, also know as a House of Multiple Occupation, is a property that is rented by more than one household. This includes more than two...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 30, 20232 min read
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Autumn Statement: Everything a Landlord Needs to Know
The Autumn Statement was delivered on 22nd November by the Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, who outlined the government's plans to put UK economy...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 28, 20232 min read
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Are Bed Bugs a Landlord's Responsibility?
Bedbugs have certainly been making the headlines over the last few months, with the outbreak in Paris, closely followed by an infestation...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 23, 20232 min read
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Should Landlords Invest In Empty Properties?
A recent report released by the Local Government Association, in collaboration with the Empty Homes Network, has shown how empty homes...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 20, 20232 min read
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Are Landlords Selling Up?
According to recent data from the latest Hamptons letting index, landlords are holding onto their properties more than in the past few...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 16, 20233 min read
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Winter Maintenance Checklist for Landlords
It is essential for any landlord to have a winter maintenance checklist to complete before the harsh winter weather kicks in. If left...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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5 Ways To Improve Your EPC Rating
Whilst it was recently announced that requirements for all residential properties to have a minimum EPC rating of C have been scrapped,...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 9, 20232 min read
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Tenants not paying rent? Avoid arrears with Guaranteed Rent
The world of property management can be challenging, especially when dealing with unpredictable factors like tenant arrears. A recent...
Elliot Leigh
Oct 27, 20233 min read
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Renters Reform Bill: Second Reading
The second reading of the Renters Reform Bill took place yesterday, Monday 23rd October, furthering the bill into the Committee Stage. As...
Elliot Leigh
Oct 24, 20232 min read
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Housing Crisis: Should Landlords Hold, Sell or Buy?
Hold, sell or buy? A question that many landlords are asking themselves in the current housing crisis we find ourselves in. With house...
Elliot Leigh
Oct 23, 20233 min read
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