An inventory is an essential document that provides a written record that details the fixtures and fittings of a property and their condition as well as the condition of the property itself. This should be amended, updated and recreated before the beginning of each...
1. Manage your expectations It’s human nature to place a high value on something to which we have an investment in. But you need to step into the shoes of a potential tenant. They will view several properties so you need to think about how yours will stack up? Be...
After the last few months, you might have thought that the uncertainty was over – how wrong we were, especially after the introduction of new tier-based restrictions and the potential of a 2-3 week circuit breaker lockdown. There is no sign, as yet, of any further...
Horizon Lets top 10 tips for landlords. Tip 1 : Get a basic understanding of landlord and tenant law You can get all sorts of problems if you don’t understand the legal side of letting. You may have difficulties claiming against your tenants if they damage your...
Sheffield is a hive of excitement, culture and expansion. Forever growing and improving, this is the place to be in Yorkshire. With over 575,000 residents, not only is it the fourth biggest city in England but it is also known as the “green city” as it is one of the...
This article is designed to tell Landlords and Tenants about the responsibilities for repairs under shorthold tenancy agreements in residential properties. Shorthold tenancy agreements are for any lease under seven years long and can include periodic tenancies where...
Many landlords specialise in letting to students – they’re a huge market and tend to be good tenants on the whole. They often pay large amounts of the rent in advance and their parents are usually happy to act as guarantor in case there’s any rent-related troubles. If...
Did you know that both landlords and letting agents are legally required to ensure that their properties are free of the Legionella bacteria? Legionella is a group of bacteria that can cause health issues for vulnerable tenants – such as Legionnaire’s Disease and...
As the cold weather rolls around each year, landlords and letting agents are on high alert for the threat of mould and damp in properties. This is a common issue in many homes, but it’s very important to know your responsibilities as mould can be unpleasant for your...
When letting out a property it falls on the Landlord to decide if they’re are happy with allowing pets or not. This comes with both positives and negatives; sometimes it can be hard to judge what is the best option. The aim of this blog is to make you able to make a...
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