September 2021

To Furnish or Not to Furnish? A Landlord’s Dilemma

In this two-minute read, we ask some questions you should think about before renting out your property. Once the last lick of paint has been applied and the carpets have been laid, it’s time to decide whether or not to furnish your rental property. It’s a question that has many landlords scratching their heads. Does a furnished property command a higher rental yield? Or is it more hassle than...

Landlord Insurance: Do You Really Need It?

In this two-minute read, we look at the ins and outs of landlord insurance and consider how it might just save you money in the long run. As a private landlord, you’ve got to stay on top of repairs, damage, and unexpected costs. So how do you safeguard your property and income? Do you cross your fingers and hope for the best? Or have you taken the necessary steps to protect yourself? What is...

Why Homeowners Should Sell Before They Start Looking

In this two-minute read, we look at the BIG reasons why your home needs to be up for sale at the very least before you start seeking a new one. Picture the scene. You’re house hunting and have been trawling the internet for what seems like forever. Then one day your eyes are drawn to a beautiful looking home that ticks all your boxes. You visit the property and boom, fall head over heels with...

Tips for Avoiding Rent Arrears

In this three-minute read, we look at the steps landlords can take to protect against a tenant falling into arrears. Landlords have always worried about tenants falling behind in the rent, but that fear feels particularly pertinent right now due to the pandemic. There are many reasons why a tenant might be unable to pay their rent – such as illness, job loss, or relationship breakdown – but the...

Now’s the Time to Sell if You Want a New Home for Christmas

A two-minute read. The summer holidays have ended. The kids are back to school, and the distractions of Euro 2020 and the Tokyo Olympics have gone. What have we got to look forward to? Easy, Christmas. Yes, we know it seems a long way off, but if you’re thinking of celebrating it in a new home, it’s time to get things sorted. Here’s why. Recent research from one of the most...

Why Rental Property Is a Good Investment Right Now

In this three-minute read, we look at the rental property market and why now is a good time to invest. Have you ever considered becoming a landlord? Investing in property can be a great way to make the most of any money you have to invest. Generally, it’s best if you’re prepared to invest over a long period of time. So, why is right now a great time to get into property? High numbers of...

Seven Ways a Prepared Seller Can Speed Up a Sale

In this two-minute read, we look at how sellers can fast-track property transactions. We’ve all heard horror stories about property sales that drag on for months or even years, leaving the seller frustrated and frazzled. But the sales you don’t hear much about are the ones that rattle through quite efficiently without any drama. As a seller, you can’t control every element of the process,...

Who Is Your Dream Tenant?

In this three-minute read, we talk about three types of tenants and the pros and cons of each. Currently, the UK rental market is booming, with landlords finding tenants quicker than ever according to Rightmove, and demand for rentals up 3% from last year. As a landlord, this is great news, so why not maximise the opportunity by finding the perfect tenant for your property. Families As the most...

What Social Media Tells You about an Estate Agent

In this three-minute read, we look at the critical role social media plays in reaching out to potential buyers. When choosing an estate agent, it pays to channel your inner Miss Marple or Sherlock Holmes and do a little online sleuthing. As we all know, many estate agents are known for having the ‘gift of the gab’. You’d be hard-pressed to find one who doesn’t claim to have a strong...

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