My tenant’s been paying me £1,200 a month, but the market rent now is £1,500 – and with my mortgage rates going up, it’s hard. On top of that, he owes me £7,000 in rental arrears. You’re probably wondering, why haven’t I just increased the rent, evicted him, or gone for possession? Well, the truth […]

A common question I get asked after a disaster like a fire or flood is whether a landlord is obligated to re-house a tenant. The straightforward answer is “no.” However, a related question is whether the landlord must “pay” for alternative accommodation. This is a distinct issue, but first, let’s address the duty to re-house. […]

As a new or inexperienced investor, it’s crucial to avoid certain types of properties that may seem appealing at first glance but could present significant risks. Here are ten types of properties you might want to steer clear of to ensure your first investment is solid, sound, and secure. Non-Standard Construction Properties Non-standard construction refers […]

Two specialist lenders, Together and Landbay, have announced rate cuts on their mortgage products, offering relief to landlords and investors. Together has lowered rates on its unregulated bridging loans, designed to help borrowers buy or renovate residential property. The new rates apply to loans of more than £100,000, with variable rates on first charge loans […]

The traditionally busier autumn property market appears to have started early, Rightmove reveals. The property platform says that many buyers and sellers have spotted a window of opportunity to act as mortgage rates trend downwards and property choice increases. The number of sales being agreed is up by 27% year on year, a strong rebound […]

Proposed Section 8 Grounds for possession (Interestingly there is no Ground 16! Personally I think Landlords should be writing to their MPs stating that Grounds 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 & 17 should be made mandatory grounds for possession) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guide-to-the-renters-rights-bill/82ffc7fb-64b0-4af5-a72e-c24701a5f12a Mandatory grounds 1 Occupation by landlord or family The landlord or their close family member […]

Renters are paying the price as demand becomes scarce and costs rise, says Hargreaves Lansdown. The firm reveals that many landlords are selling off properties due to fears of a potential capital gains tax increase in the upcoming October budget, while tenants are now spending a significantly larger portion of their income on rent. The […]

Hi, I’m sure this isn’t a unique situation as it happens all the time, but could anyone kindly shed some light on my situation? I have a tenant couple with two young children. Sadly, they are now no longer in a relationship and it has turned rather bitter. They have been exemplary tenants over the […]

The gap between rents in the North and South of England has narrowed to its closest point in more than a decade, research from Hamptons reveals. Last month, the average rent in the South cost 37% or £357 per month more than in the North, the lowest figure since records began in 2013. This gap […]

A mass sell-off is currently underway in the landlord sector, and it only looks set to increase. EPC requirements, The Renters Rights Bill, mounting financial pressures, the list of reasons goes on. No doubt you’ve seen the recent headlines, and if you’re a landlord yourself you’ll be forgiven for thinking that the worst is yet […]

The Labour government’s announcement of the Renters’ Rights Bill is proposing the biggest shake-up of England’s private rented sector in England for 36 years. The Bill, which Labour claims is aimed at improving security and stability for tenants, introduces a raft of changes that landlords need to be aware of. Among the most controversial are […]

Have you recovered yet? As a landlord, the Renters’ Rights Bill is NOT designed to help renters – it is clearly designed to damage the private rented sector. Potentially, fatally. If you are a tenant, a politician or work for the likes of Shelter or Generation Rent, then you’ll need to start polishing your excuses […]

There is massive uncertainty about what the new Labour government might do in the private rental sector, and so many landlords are selling up, but at the same time, many investors are sitting back and waiting to see what happens. This means that, right now, there is a huge opportunity for you because there are […]

Unlock the secrets to executing the perfect property deal with expert insights from seasoned investors! In today’s episode of “Property Answers,” Ranjan Bhattacharya and John Howard dive deep into the strategies that define success in property investment. Whether you’re a pro at back-to-back deals or a long-term rental strategist, understanding your exit strategies, minimizing risks, […]

So, Sir Keir Starmer has had some stern words for Labour MP Jas Athwal over complaints of ant infestations and black mould in his rental properties. While nobody enjoys dealing with these nuisances, should landlords always be held accountable? Let’s explore the balance of responsibility. Ants – The Uninvited Guests We’ve all been there—one day […]

Paragon Bank has boosted its range of five-year fixed-rate buy to let mortgages with new 3% fee options and £750 cashback added to all five-year purchase and remortgage fixed-rate products. The addition of 3% fee products to Paragon’s range of five-year fixes means that the bank now offers 3%, 5% and nil fee options at […]

The cost to upgrade homes in the private rented sector (PRS) to meet an energy performance certificate rating of C by 2030 will be £8.3bn. According to data science firm Outra, two-thirds of rented homes – that’s around 2.4 million properties – in England, Scotland and Wales will need to be upgraded. The regional breakdown […]

I have Latvian tenants/friends renting a 3-bed semi-detached property for the past year. They passed all security and Right to Rent etc. These clients/friends are fairly wealthy with their main residence being in Latvia and owning at least one or two other properties around the world along with several in their own Country. On what […]

Hi all, what do you think about tenants having overnight guests. The AST doesn’t say anything about this. The tenant refused landlord access last weekend (to fit an additional Carbon Monoxide detector) all was agreed beforehand, he did say he mixed up the timings and his girlfriend and baby were upstairs in bed. This is […]

A landlord organisation is urging the Labour government to avoid taking “a piecemeal view of housing” and address the rental crisis head-on. iHowz is presenting its proposals to MPs and Lords on what the rental sector needs, including a new Tenant-Landlord Partnership Bill. iHowz’s proposals include fair taxation for landlords and retaining fixed-term tenancies. Successive […]

The UK’s private rented sector (PRS) continues to be plagued by a chronic shortage of available properties, driving rents to new heights, Zoopla reports. Its rental market analysis reveals that the number of homes for rent remains 24% below pre-pandemic levels, while demand remains robust. Despite a slight decline in rental demand compared to the […]