With increasing legislation, tighter compliance rules and growing pressure on landlords across the private rental sector managing a property yourself has never been more complex. Many landlords start out believing self management will save money or offer more control....
It is now a decade since George Osborne’s 3% Stamp Duty Land Tax surcharge on additional properties came into force in April 2016. At the time, the policy was framed as a brake on buy-to-let investment, designed to cool an over-heating market and level the...
Pests and vermin are an issue no landlord wants to face but unfortunately they can arise in rental properties from time to time. When they do they can quickly become a serious concern for tenants and may lead to disputes if responsibilities are unclear. Common...
The Renters’ Rights Act has reshaped the rules of the private rented sector — and there is a hard transitional deadline that catches every existing landlord. Miss it, and you face a potential £7,000 fine and a structural block on your ability to recover...
For many landlords the real work begins after a property purchase is completed. Finding suitable tenants, marketing the property, arranging viewings and managing vacant periods can all delay your return on investment and add unnecessary costs from the outset. That’s...
Recent updates to UK furniture fire safety regulations are set to introduce important changes for landlords. While the reforms are mainly aimed at manufacturers they will also impact anyone providing furniture in rental properties. Here’s a clear practical breakdown...
Major changes are coming to the private rented sector with the first phase of the Renters’ Reform Bill expected to take effect from 1st May 2026. This legislation represents one of the biggest overhauls in a generation impacting how tenancies are structured, managed...
Rental properties can be exposed to a variety of risks from unexpected damage to rising maintenance costs and tenant related issues. Taking the right precautions and having appropriate landlord insurance in place can make a significant difference in protecting your...
The Government has recently consulted on proposed changes to the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) for rental properties. It’s important to note that these proposals have not yet been finalised and could still change following the consultation process. At...
With Section 21 set to be abolished so called “no-fault evictions” will soon be a thing of the past. Many landlords are asking what will replace it and how this will affect the way they manage their properties. At Horizon Lets we aim to keep our landlords fully...
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