The Energy Performance (EPC) ratings are due to change on privately rented homes from a minimum of an E to a C rating. This will apply to all new tenancies from April 2025 and any existing tenancies from April 2028. There are some concerns that quite a few properties...
A new ‘How to Rent’ guide has been released by the Government this week – This must be served to the tenants at the start of any new tenancy or renewal and it also must be the newest version. This must be served by either the landlord or managing agent before the...
The end of COVID-19 could be closer than we think with the vaccine now being distributed so there is good reason to believe we may be able to return to almost normality in 2021. It will be a different kind of normality that we return to though. Economic policies put...
The easiest way to survive a tax investigation is to avoid one occurring in the first place! A small percentage of individuals are selected for a random investigation, but most cases are because something has triggered HMRC’s risk assessment system. A lot of people...
People are often surprised by the length of tenancy agreements. Are they even really necessary?! The answer is YES if you want to be protected for the duration of your tenancy it is completely necessary. It is also advisable for the tenancy agreement to be fully...
Over the years there has been several strategies developed for saving tax which Landlords should follow to make the most out of their investment and ensure as much money is coming to them rather than being out in tax. Our 10 Favourite Tax Tips: 1. Claim your expenses...
The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988, as amended, have an impact on furniture supplied as part of a part furnished or furnished let, and needs to comply with certain safety standards. Examples of furniture that are covered by the regulations...
Now that the cold months are in full swing, we are very aware of the threats this can cause to your property. From frost which can damage pipes to storms which can cause flooding and other damage. As landlords ourselves we feel it is important to make sure your...
Landlord insurance can be expensive and difficult to understand… So, do you really need it? And if you decide to have it, what kind should you have? The four main types of insurance that you may want to consider as a landlord: • Buildings insurance • Contents...
Property valuation is often overlooked as one of the key pillars of the property sector. In many respects, this is not surprising; assessing the value of a property can, to the untrained eye, seem like a straightforward process. The reality is very different! Over...
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