The private rental sector has been heavily impacted by Covid-19, but even more changes are afoot in 2021. The types of properties in-demand by tenants, the best locations for landlords, and more, have all been affected by the pandemic. Read on to see how the next 12 months could impact landlords.
Tax changes introduced in the private rental sector in 2016 have prompted landlords to look for ways to reduce their tax bills. Incorporating can be one way to do this depending on your personal circumstances. More landlords have moved their buy-to-let properties into limited companies since 2016 than at any time in the last 50 […]
Lockdown2 more worries for landlords with difficult tenants. I’m going to talk about two issues which are causing many landlords a great deal of stress at the moment. I acknowledge that the biggest issue is rent arrears, but I am not going to talk about that…
My name is Brad and I’m a painter and decorator in London. I’ve got over 10 years of experience and have helped hundreds of landlords transform their properties. Here are some of the things I have learned, which you might find helpful too if you’re decorating one of your properties.
The government is testing out a new pilot project in February, whereby landlord and tenant disputes will be mediated as part of the court repossession process. Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick, hasn’t revealed too many details yet, but it is hoped the new service will relieve some of the pressure on the court system.
Football is providing much needed entertainment for many fans, as establishments close during lockdown across the country!
It may be a new year, but many landlords and tenants are not celebrating as the pandemic rolls over into 2021. With further lockdown measures having been introduced, many tenants and landlords are still struggling with a loss of income. This is having a huge impact on the private rental sector.
The Chancellor’s Stamp Duty Land Tax holiday has caused a mini property market boom following the end of the first lockdown. It isn’t just residential buyers looking to take advantage. Market data has revealed a sharp increase in the number of landlords making property purchases, and in some areas, landlords represent the largest share of […]
Are you looking for a new buy to let mortgage deal right now? If so, you could be in for a rocky ride. Interest rates have risen since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. And many buy to let mortgage deals have disappeared from the high street.
Manchester is the largest city in the northwest. It is the birthplace of feminist icon Emmeline Pankhurst, vegetarianism, and Coronation Street. It’s also the home of two Premier League football teams, an international airport, and a cool music scene. Not surprisingly, this makes Manchester a great place to live, which is why it’s currently the […]
Stamp duty has been in the spotlight the last few months after the Chancellor’s announcement in July that it would be suspended for all properties of £500,000 or less. The market saw a predictable surge in interest after the lull of lockdown. Estate agents and solicitors are reporting marked uptick in people trying to get […]
Should pet owners be discriminated against in the private rental sector? Not according to The Deposit Protection Service. It says landlords should embrace pet owning tenants. They have issued new guidelines to make it easier for landlords to get their heads around tenants with pets. This advice is rather timely given the nation’s current love […]
The number of seniors hitting the private rental sector in the last 10 years has risen substantially. Research carried out by Paragon Bank shows renters in the 55-64 bracket have surged by 118% and those in the 65+ bracket have jumped by 93%. This is far higher than the 35-44 age group. What’s causing this […]
The government’s stamp duty holiday hasn’t just pumped adrenaline into the residential holiday market – it’s also provided a shot in the arm for buy to let investors too. Research carried out by a leading business insurance company has found that 10% of landlords plan to add further properties to their portfolio, which is a […]
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