This year’s election welcomed a new Labour era in the UK, bringing with them changes that impact landlords and tenants alike. There is the shock proposal to abolish winter fuel allowances, adjustments to tax policies, and unexpected amendments that may be on the cards once normal business resumes following the summer.

With the warmer weather and longer, lighter days, the summer is a prime opportunity to tick off outstanding maintenance jobs and carry out upgrades on a property. For landlords, home improvements however minor can have a big impact on a property’s appearance and the profitability of your portfolio.

For landlords, prioritising the safety of a property’s residents and being law-abiding when it comes to rental regulations and tenant’s rights is key. Meanwhile, ensuring that properties are as attractive and secure as they can is a prerequisite to attracting the best (often highest-paying) tenants, solidifying your reputation as a landlord, and retaining tenants in […]

As a landlord, you’re undoubtedly always looking for ways to improve your rental property so as to attract the right tenants. Some of the surest ways to make your property more appealing are investing in the latest energy efficient technologies or improving the aesthetics of the apartment or house you’re renting.

As landlords in the UK, managing rental properties comes with a lot of responsibilities and financial considerations. However, amidst the challenges lies an opportunity to enhance properties while contributing to a more sustainable future. Government grants aimed at improving energy efficiency offer a pathway for landlords to achieve these goals while also benefiting from financial […]

Many sole traders aren’t really that interested in accounting and tax, certainly not the technical stuff. Life’s busy enough when you’re running your own business, you have a long list of things to do and most of them are more interesting and enjoyable than tax.

As landlords across the country know all too well, keeping your property appealing and up-to-date with the latest energy solutions and aesthetics is key when it comes to attracting prospective tenants.

The rental market is a competitive place and, as a result, landlords and property managers are always striving to find new and innovative ways to make their properties stand out to the right tenants.

There are many ways in which landlords looking to sell their properties in 2024 can increase the value of their house, through either quick wins or longer-term projects.

The UK Government’s 2024 Spring budget was recently delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt, introducing the country’s financial trajectory for the near future. This one was eloquently labelled as a long-term plan for sustainable financial growth and is likely to be the last financial statement before the next general election, which must take place before the […]

MTD for ITSA or Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment to give it its full title. You remember that? Perhaps you’d prefer not to.

Navigating the landscape of property rental involves more than just finding the right tenants; it’s also about rigorous adherence to legal standards to avoid significant liabilities. Compliance isn’t just a legal requirement; it’s a critical component of successful property management that safeguards both the landlord and the tenant. Understanding and avoiding common compliance pitfalls is […]

With the UK’s focus on renewables, savvy landlords are installing solar panels on their rentals, attracting eco-conscious tenants and enjoying cost savings.

When preparing your property for prospective tenants, one of the surest ways to attract them to it is by showing them that you have made conscious, durable adjustments to the property. The latest technology and an aesthetically appealing look are highly sought after features that tenants look for in a rental property.