Whether you’re repairing a roof or reviewing the rent, here are a few fundamentals every landlord should keep in mind. ⚖️ Legal Responsibilities Be safe to live in and free from health hazards Have properly installed and maintained gas and electrical systems Be fitted...
From 1st November new amendments to the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) regulations come into effect and they bring tougher penalties for landlords who fail to comply. These updates form part of a wider reform that extends electrical safety standards...
The death of a tenant is always a difficult and sensitive matter. Beyond the personal impact, it can also raise important legal and practical questions for landlords and letting agents. At Horizon Lets, we understand how stressful such situations can be, and we are...
With the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill, more landlords are choosing to sell their rental properties before the new rules take effect. This is making the sale of properties with tenants in place (“sitting tenants”) increasingly common. If you’re thinking about buying a...
Having good tenants can make such a difference financially for landlords as these tenants tend to see the property as their home and keep it in good order. They will also alert landlords or their agents to any repair or maintenance needs so they can be addressed...
Licensing rules are becoming more and more common, and they might apply to your investment property even if you don’t think they do. Many councils, especially in London now require rental properties to have Selective licensing… sometimes meaning all rental...
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