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𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭-𝐆𝐞𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬: 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐲-𝐓𝐨-𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐭 𝐈𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑
- By Vanya Radeva
- landlords
- 26 June 2023
“Is buy-to-let still worth it?”. Hardly a day goes by when someone doesn’t ask us that question. For a lot of people, the answer is no. Changing lettings law and tax rules have caused many landlords to drop out and sell up, particularly if rent is their main or only source of income. But here's the thing: many private landlords are still actively expanding their portfolios. And large corporations are starting to invest heavily in rental homes. So why is that?
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Rental Red Flags: How To Avoid Problem Tenancies And Create The Perfect Letting
- By Mike Jones
- letting property
- 27 September 2022
How can you tell if you’ll get respectful, responsible and reliable tenants before you hand over the keys? More than anything, it’s all about the setup, and this week we’ll take you through our tried and tested process, to avoid problem tenancies and create stable and long-term lettings.
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Parents And Paws: Our Landlord Guide For Renting To Tenants With Children Or Pets
- By Kate Shore
- landlords
- 15 August 2022
Surveys have revealed how properly vetted families and pet owners are equally as good as any other tenants, and they come with the added incentive to stay longer to avoid disrupting their children or furry friends. This week’s blog has all you need to minimise the risk and maximise the benefits of this growing and stable market.
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Damage control: our expert tips to minimise the wear & tear at your buy-to-let
- By Mike Jones
- letting property
- 19 July 2022
The end of a tenancy is often filled with uncertainty. Landlords worry over the state of their property when it's returned, while tenants fret about how much of their security deposit will be refunded. Fortunately, there are many ways for landlords to design out the potential for damage, reduce the impact of wear and tear and alleviate the nail-biting as the check-out date approaches.
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Renters Reform Bill: Bad News For Landlords, Or Long Overdue Fairness For Everyone?
- By Mike Jones
- landlords
- 5 July 2022
There’s been a flurry of news and commentary since the Government announced its Renters Reform Bill. Representing the biggest changes to the private rental sector in 30 years, the Bill is set for introduction to Parliament before March 2023, with a view to becoming law by early 2024.
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Number crunching: our essential guide to rental yields for every landlord
- By Mike Jones
- landlords
- 7 June 2022
Financial management is at the heart of every successful business. As a landlord, the rental yield of a buy-to-let can affect whether you buy a property in the first place. After that, it can help you monitor your investment's ongoing profitability and performance.
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Unfurnished Lettings: What Features Do Tenants Pay More Rent For?
- By Kate Shore
- letting property
- 21 April 2022
With renting no longer seen as a temporary measure, tenants are looking for a sense of permanence combined with more comfort. This means surrounding themselves with their own belongings in a well-presented and well-equipped home.
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PREMIUM LETTINGS: how to attract high-earning professional tenants
- By Mike Jones
- landlords
- 18 March 2022
How to attract professional tenants. It's a lucrative market of high-earning people who'll pay a premium rent for the right home. But what exactly do they want?
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3 Things To Know About Landlord Insurance in Basingstoke
- By Mike Jones
- landlords
- 17 February 2022
What important things should you should know about landlord insurance? Our blog looks at what it is and the types of insurance available.
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Which is better, renting or owning a home?
- By Kate Shore
- buying property
- 13 January 2022
Whether you’re going to rent or planning to buy, your next move in Basingstoke is a personal choice. We look at the pros and cons for both.
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