Have You Inspected Your Rental Property Recently?
3 minute read posted by Emma Macgregor
As 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 Macgregor
Whether 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 Macgregor
As 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 Earley
As 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...
Dangers of a DIY Tenancy Agreement: What Landlords Need to Know
2 minute read posted by Emma Macgregor
Type ‘tenancy agreement’ into Google and you’ll get thousands of results offering free online templates and guides to writing your own rental contract. So why bother using a letting agent to sort out the tenancy agreement if...
Why Self-Managing Your Rental Might Not Be the Money Saver You Think It Is
2 minute read posted by Emma Macgregor
Not since 2008, when Katy Perry stormed the music charts and Gavin and Stacey ruled the small screen, have interest rates been as high as they are today. As a result, many mortgage holders are looking for ways to trim their...