Buy to let properties can be a very attractive investment but you need to understand exactly what is involved before you go ahead. Having a good property portfolio allows for a good monthly income as well as the growth your property value could have over time. Here at...
Investing in buy-to-let is a huge responsibility and as the number of people living in rented accommodation is set to rise further, demand for new landlords has never been higher. Due to ever-changing landlord legislation, it is vital that those entering the industry...
As tenants your responsibility doesn’t end when you decide to leave the property therefore we have put together some information and checklist for you to follow to ensure you know how to fulfil these responsibilities. Tenant Moving Checklist Council Tax &...
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...
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