Guest Columns Archives - Page 12 of 27

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Can you serve a Section 21 notice via WhatsApp?

Author: Readers Question

25th September 2024, 2 years ago | 11

Hi, my tenant’s main home is abroad in Lithuania. They own other properties in their own country and have others...

£6,000 Tenant Rent Arrears Crisis Turned Around

Author: Denzel Matsaudza

24th September 2024, 2 years ago | 5

This story started with a £6,000 rent arrears crisis and ended with a win-win solution for everyone involved. Late in...

Graphic highlighting debate over proposal to scrap the Right to Buy scheme in the UK housing market

Will Angela Rayner Scrap Right To Buy?

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

24th September 2024, 2 years ago | 5

Is Angela Rayner’s plan to scrap the Right to Buy scheme a bold investment strategy or a market distortion? Dive...

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Allowable reasons for eviction under the RRB?

Author: Readers Question

24th September 2024, 2 years ago | 4

Hi, supposing I am the Trustee of a family Trust which lets houses and I wish to evict a Tenant...

Landlord discovers unauthorised subletting during property inspection

A Tenant’s Right to Sublet: Key Provisions from the Housing Act 1988

Author: Julie Ford

23rd September 2024, 2 years ago | 30

It’s every landlords worst nightmare, you do a property inspection or your trade arrives and low and behold the person...

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The Basics of Buy-To-Let Property Investing

Author: [email protected]

23rd September 2024, 2 years ago | 3

Are you curious about the fundamentals of buy-to-let investing? If so, you’re in the right place! This article will guide...

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Do I need a new gas safety certificate after repairs?

Author: Readers Question

23rd September 2024, 2 years ago | 12

Hi, I need some advice regarding a failed gas safety certificate on a boiler and the hob on my rental...

Bridging Loans for Property Development: A Comprehensive Guide

Author: Aviram Shahar

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

In the world of property development, timing is everything. Whether you’re acquiring a new site, completing a refurbishment, or waiting...

Graphic illustrating declining buy-to-let income with HMRC branding and concerned property investors

£2 Billion Tax Drop: What Landlords Are REALLY Doing

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Discover the real impact of a £2 Billion Tax Drop on landlords and what it means for you as a...

Woman sitting at a table on a phone call, looking concerned about a housing issue

How to deal with an unresponsive tenant?

Author: Readers Question

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 49

Hi all, please can you offer some suggestions. My tenant does not respond to emails or telephone calls very often...

What are the liability and insurance implications if my tenant gets a flatmate?

Author: Readers Question

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 10

Hi, my tenants children have all flown the nest. The place is too big for my tenant now, so she...

Handshake over property sale documents with keys as a local authority finalises the purchase of a tenanted home

Local Authorities Buying Tenanted Rental Properties from Private Landlords: A Growing Trend in the UK

Author: Mark Alexander

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 19

As more private landlords decide to exit the rental market, local authorities across the UK are stepping in with initiatives...

Man holding a “Renters Rights Bill” document against an aerial view backdrop, highlighting concerns over loopholes in the legislation

Revealed: Renters’ Rights Bill’s Hidden Loopholes

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

17th September 2024, 2 years ago | 6

Unlock the secrets of the property market with our latest video: Dive into the the intricate world of property investment,...

Rent increase notice with piggy bank showing financial strain

Evicting a protected tenant for not paying rent increase?

Author: Readers Question

17th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Hi, I’ve had a protected tenant living in the same property for over 20 years, part of that time as...

Residents-only parking bay markings on a shared residential car park

Can a director give visitor parking to their tenant?

Author: Readers Question

17th September 2024, 2 years ago | 6

Hi, we are a block of 15 flats, each flat has either one parking bay or a garage. There are...

Worried landlord reviewing Renters’ Rights Bill and overdue rent notices

Renters Rights Bill is closing in, and your rental property is at risk—don’t wait, act now before it’s too late

Author: Denzel Matsaudza

16th September 2024, 2 years ago | 11

My tenant’s been paying me £1,200 a month, but the market rent now is £1,500 – and with my mortgage...

Keys being handed over beside a model house and insurance symbols representing tenant rehousing responsibilities

Landlord’s obligation to re-house tenants

Author: Julie Ford

16th September 2024, 2 years ago | 9

A common question I get asked after a disaster like a fire or flood is whether a landlord is obligated...

Model house balanced on an unstable wooden block tower to illustrate property investment risk.

10 Properties New Investors Should Avoid to Ensure a Safe Start in Property Investment

Author: [email protected]

16th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

As a new or inexperienced investor, it’s crucial to avoid certain types of properties that may seem appealing at first...