How to Avoid an Expensive Insurance Claim at Your Whiteley Rental
2 minute read posted by Emma Macgregor on 25th Mar 2024What’s the most common reason for landlords finding themselves in hot water and needing to make an insurance claim? The answer, according to one insurance company* at least, is ‘escape of water’. This term covers everything...
The Telltale Signs Your Whiteley Property Is Being Illegally Sublet
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorDid you know that one in ten tenants admit to illegally subletting their rental property*? The practice is even more common among young people; in a recent survey, 25% of tenants aged 18 to 24 confessed to secretly subletting all...
Tenant Trends: What Renters in Swanwick Want Today
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorWhether you’re a first-time investor or an experienced landlord looking to expand your portfolio, it pays to know what tenants want. Understanding current trends in the market will help you fine-tune your rental marketing...
Six Steps to Combat Condensation – A Must-Read for Warsash Landlords
2 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorAs a landlord, maintaining your property in top condition is paramount. It’s your investment and your tenant’s home. At this time of year, condensation can be an issue. And it can cause mould in your property if ignored. The...
How to Be a Pet-Friendly Landlord in Locks Heath
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorIf you’re a landlord looking to attract long-term tenants, it’s worth thinking about ways to make your investment property as appealing as possible. And one area you may have overlooked is the army of British pet owners who...
Why It Could Be Better to Rent Out Your Property Rather Than Sell
2 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorIf you’re fortunate enough to be in a financial position where you can rent out your home instead of selling it, should you take the leap? After all, if you don’t need to sell to fund your next move, renting your property is...
Have You Inspected Your Rental Property Recently?
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorAs a landlord, you’ve probably experienced that feeling of dread when your tenant’s name flashes up on your phone, reporting a problem. Or how about the horror of receiving the news that you’re going to have to pay for...
Looking for a Buy-to-Let? Decide What’s Right for You
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorWhether you’re an established landlord or a first-time investor, you’ll probably be thinking about what to buy: a ready-to-go rental or a doer-upper. Which one should you pick? Currently, lots of changes are being made around...
How to Make the End of a Tenancy Run Smoothly
3 minute read posted by Emma MacgregorAs a landlord, one of your main goals is to make sure your property is tenanted. As soon as the old tenants decide they’re moving on, it’s time to find new renters to move in. But while you’ll be keen for a quick turnaround,...
A Look Back at the History of Photography for Snap-Happy People
2 minute read posted by Jane EarleyAs it’s World Photography Day tomorrow (19 August), we look at how the camera and its role in society has changed over the past 200 years. Brits do it five times a day, while Americans manage it 20 times a day.* Yes, taking a...