What is happening to the rental market in 2023?
Over the past few years, the property market has been quite unstable, and the rental market has also seen some significant shifts. Many landlords have withdrawn from the market due to rising costs and additional regulation, resulting in a decrease…
Tips for First time sellers
At some point in our lives, most of us will want to sell our home and move on. For those who haven’t gone through the process before, it can be overwhelming. Where do you start? What needs to be done?…
How to Protect your Rental Property from Water Damage
Water damage is the leading cause of insurance claims in rental properties. According to statistics, claims for water damage unrelated to natural flooding have been steadily increasing over the past 15 years, with escape of water claims accounting for 29%…
Help with Energy Crisis
It’s no secret that energy bills have surged this year and are expected to rise again in October and 2023, with the current average cost for an average home at around £1,971 per year. The cap was set to increase…
Do Landlords Need to register with the ICO?
The protection of personal data is currently a prominent topic, and it is crucial for businesses to ensure that personal information is safely used and stored. However, this issue is also relevant for landlords, even if they only own one…
The 10 Happiest Places to Live in the UK
In many articles, we often focus on the most popular places to live or the most affordable areas to buy property. However, in this article, we want to shift the focus to positivity and explore the happiest places to live…
Landlords and CCTV
Landlords who rent properties with communal areas may consider installing CCTV cameras to enhance security and safety. However, before doing so, it is crucial to understand the rules and regulations surrounding CCTV usage. This article provides an overview of these…
Expenses and allowances landlords can claim
If you’re a landlord, you’re essentially running a business, and like any business owner, there are certain costs that you can claim as expenses when calculating your end-of-year profit and tax liability. In this guide, we’ll explore the different types…
Inheritance Tax and Property
Dealing with practical aspects such as money is probably the last thing on our minds when we lose a loved one. Instead, we prefer to focus on celebrating their memories and the happiness they brought into our lives. However, the…