Derek STOBBS
Derek STOBBS
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Landlord of more than 20 years (but it wasn't my main occupation), operate as both a LTD company and a partnership. At one time had 18 properties - now selling them as tenants move out (but have no intention of forcing them out)
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3rd June 2026, 6 days ago
Still not clear what will happen if the guarantor want to no longer be a guarantor - how on earth do you get the tenant out .. or isn't that allowed - clear as mud
Read More →Reply to comment left by Reluctant Landlord at 03/06/2026 - 11:54
Reply to the comment left by Reluctant Landlord at 03/06/2026 - 11:54Well, I could be wrong (I have been in the past) but that was my understanding (6 months maximum) - definitely needs to be clarified as does what happens...
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 03/06/2026 - 10:18
To be clear, the guarantor is active for the length of the tenancy (as I understand it) BUT should the tenant get into arrears - say for 10 months of rent then only 6 months can be claimed from the...
Read More →3rd June 2026, 6 days ago
The RRA has now limited the amount of money that can be reclaimed from a guarantor to SIX MONTHS rent. ... and should you be unfortunate enough for the renter to croak it owing you money you can't claim anything...
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 31/05/2026 - 09:05
The problem is one again continuity. The local government planning may say this is allowed but leasehold, covenant or other may say it is not allowed. In which case it doesn't matter what the government decree (unless it is actually...
Read More →30th April 2026, 1 month ago
Just to make it clear - this is a NEW BUILD and is not leashold, these are monthly charges levied to mow the gras and maintains playgrounds etc
Read More →30th April 2026, 1 month ago
I cant see any issues with this.I think its fair that the tenant should know in advance by a section 13 what his rent will be. I have always used this method and never had any problems. If you cant...
Read More →29th April 2026, 1 month ago
In anticipation of rent controls being a possibility, I have just issued my tenants with a Form 13 rent increase to start on 1st March 2027 .. although you have to give tenants a 2 month advance warning up to...
Read More →13th April 2026, 2 months ago
Aside from all the issues of having a family member as a tenant, most of which have been thoroughly explained in previous comments .. the BIG issue you will have is with your mortgage conditions. It also affects your property...
Read More →4th March 2026, 3 months ago
LTD company is the way to go BUT if you are only planning 1 or 2 properties then you will find LTD company administrations costs (accountancy etc) are far higher than owning a property in your own name. Also remember...
Read More →4th March 2026, 3 months ago
'commited to' , 'will spend' .. I don't see any words saying 'in progress' .. so another thing that will get kicked down the road.
Read More →4th March 2026, 3 months ago
I did predict this. All the extra costs being placed on landlords cannot be recouped by raising rents to what the tenant can't afford. There will come a time (probably near it now) when raising the rent will just cause...
Read More →4th March 2026, 3 months ago
software platform Inventory Base has now launched an HHSRS-compliant inspection template Nothing to do with flogging software then.
Read More →4th March 2026, 3 months ago
He has more teeth than a lot of people, does that mean he should have some removed.
Read More →4th March 2026, 3 months ago
There seem to be a lot of 'experts'. If you can get landlord insurance then fine, else no way. No 'expert' could argue with that
Read More →Reply to comment left by Lou Valdini at 25/02/2026 - 10:49
Think its just your personal experience. I have had many (the majority) tenants who were decent, look after the property and paid the rent on time. I have also had my fair share of others. Resiliance comes into play here,...
Read More →Reply to comment left by Lou Valdini at 24/02/2026 - 23:42
My rents in Derby are about £150 to £250 below market rate (eg. £900 for a 3 bed) - I am happy with that as unlike a lot of landlords, I am mortgage free and can afford to 'pass on'...
Read More →Reply to comment left by Trevor Leigh at 24/02/2026 - 19:28
You wont get rents like that North of Watford Gap
Read More →24th February 2026, 3 months ago
Simples .. If you can't get landlord rent insurance then you can quite happily and legally refuse the tenant.
Read More →Reply to comment left by G Master at 23/02/2026 - 22:54
Reply to the comment left by G Master at 23/02/2026 - 22:54Not a chance that the councils won't pursue it - it means more jobs for the council staff and more income in fines.
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