Guest Articles Archives - Page 9 of 26

Welcome to the Landlord Club, Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves!

15th November 2024, 1 year ago | 8

As the Prime Minister and Chancellor step into the world of landlording, they are joining a diverse and dynamic sector...

Overwhelmed landlord with head on desk surrounded by property documents and charts

Bought a property at auction without details of existing tenant?

Author: Readers Question

14th November 2024, 1 year ago | 26

Hello, I made a bid on a property in an auction without doing due diligence but the bidding did not...

Woman on phone under umbrella in kitchen during water leak

Excess protection for escape of water claims in block of flats?

Author: Readers Question

14th November 2024, 1 year ago | 0

Dear All, I am reaching out to inquire if anyone is aware of insurance companies in the UK that offer an...

Experts discuss legal liabilities when rent-to-rent property deals fail.

Who Is Liable If Rent To Rent Goes Wrong?

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

12th November 2024, 1 year ago | 3

Unlock the latest insights into the property investment world with our video on the landmark court ruling clarifying rent-to-rent liabilities....

“To Let” sign outside residential houses reflecting UK rental market challenges

Government landlord and tenant policies – carrot or stick?

Author: Readers Question

12th November 2024, 1 year ago | 5

Hello, Mrs Thatcher allowed the introduction of the AST (Assured Shorthold Tenancy) and also supported home ownership. These changes were...

Hourglass beside a calendar symbolising urgency to sell before Stamp Duty deadline

Landlords rush to sell before Christmas ahead of the Stamp Duty Land Tax increase

Author: David Coughlin - Landlord Sales Agency

8th November 2024, 2 years ago | 0

It seems it’s one step forward, two steps back for landlords with the recent Budget introducing significant changes to Stamp...

CRUSADER: Why must landlords put up with vile online trolls?

Author: Landlord Crusader

8th November 2024, 2 years ago | 28

Landlords in the UK know they aren’t popular with politicians, councils, tenant activist organisations and lots of tenants – but...

Donald Trump victory discussed by property experts on its impact on the UK housing market

What Impact Donald Trump Could Have On The UK Property Market?

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

8th November 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Donald Trump has won the US election. What impact will his policies have on the UK property market? In this...

Property experts discussing strategies to avoid the new 5% stamp duty surcharge amid market changes

Don’t Pay the 5% Stamp Duty Surcharge – Discover Two Legal Loopholes

Author: Simon Zutshi

8th November 2024, 2 years ago | 0

With the recent budget announcement from the Labour government, many property investors are taking a step back to reassess their...

“Value” text representing property investment and renovation worth

Estimating Post-Renovation Value of Property

Author: [email protected]

6th November 2024, 2 years ago | 0

When planning a renovation to boost a property’s value, it’s crucial to understand how to estimate its end value while...

Visual showing housing funding increase with puzzle pieces, key, and pound symbols representing DHP support.

Unlocking Support: How Tenants and Landlords Can Work Together to Get Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP) Approved

Author: Denzel Matsaudza

5th November 2024, 2 years ago | 3

Did you know there’s a financial safety net that could help cover rent arrears and prevent tenancies from being put...

Landlord reviewing a property management contract before signing termination terms.

Tenant find service charges by managing agents?

Author: Readers Question

5th November 2024, 2 years ago | 1

Hello, I signed a contract with a 12% fee three years ago with a managing agent to handle my HMO...

Colourful fishing boats moored in a Cornish harbour surrounded by stone cottages and green hills.

Holiday let to private rental?

Author: Readers Question

5th November 2024, 2 years ago | 2

Hello, I bought a new build property in Cornwall 2 years ago and its now a successful Airbnb. However, I’m...

Notebook labeled “Affordable Housing” beside calculator and house-shaped keyring symbolizing housing costs.

Local Housing Allowance Freeze: Rising Rents and Decreased Affordability Deepen the Housing Crisis

Author: Julie Ford

4th November 2024, 2 years ago | 11

In the 2023 Autumn Statement, the government announced an end to a four-year freeze in local housing allowance rates (LHA)...

Man reviewing tenant issue at desk with documents and laptop

Tenant always pays on time. Should I issue a warning?

Author: Readers Question

4th November 2024, 2 years ago | 22

Hello, I have a tenant who always pays on time and respects the property. One of his neighbours has been...

Red budget briefcase with glowing clouds and text highlighting three positives from the Labour Budget

Three silver lining in Labour’s Budget

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

4th November 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Three silver linings were found in what was a terrible 2024 Labour budget. This was supposed to be a Budget...

Row of houses made from £50 notes symbolising UK property market value and investment

No change to CGT, but four landlords say: we’re out!

Author: David Coughlin - Landlord Sales Agency

1st November 2024, 2 years ago | 0

It’s been tense week this week as landlords waited patiently for Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget. As the countdown began to...

CRUSADER: Was the Budget the death knell for the PRS?

Author: Landlord Crusader

1st November 2024, 2 years ago | 16

In a Budget that surprised no one for being the biggest tax grab in decades, Labour really has shown what...