Fans of smelly blue cheese might not view mould as a problem, but in a home, it is both unsightly and a potential health hazard. Unfortunately, mould infestations are common, especially in damp areas of the home. In this article, we are going to look at mould under a magnifying glass – horrifying!
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.
A lot of landlords these days are moving to a more incorporated set up and becoming limited companies, but what does this mean when it comes to using Landlord Vision? Well, there are a few things you can do with the software to help you manage your limited company.
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.
An irrational fear of rats and mice is a very common phobia (murophobia or musophobia in case you were wondering). Even if you are not scared witless by rats or mice, you probably don’t want them scurrying around your food cupboards or playing in your bedroom at night. And nor do your tenants, as rodents […]
Football is providing much needed entertainment for many fans, as establishments close during lockdown across the country!
Lead is a heavy metal. It has the symbol Pb in the periodic table. The unique properties of lead – such as its resistance to corrosion and durability – mean this dense, malleable metal has had many applications over the centuries.
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 […]
It’s been a long time coming, it is our most requested feature and we’re very excited about it! But what are live bank feeds? How do they benefit you? And how do they work in the software?
(And a BIG Planning Problem) What are the Housing Space Standards Coming in 2021? Continuing the learning while we’re in lockdown I’m going to talk about an issue which I believe will grow next year and about which landlords know very little. But first a related issue: New space standards for permitted development of housing […]
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