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When can Landlords Legally Enter a Tenanted Property?

Conducting property inspections is an essential part of being a responsible and savvy landlord. Not only are you obliged to carry out repairs as and when they are needed but you should be keeping an eye on how your tenants are taking care of the property too. However, even though you own the property, you […]

By 5 min read
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5 Landlord Vision Integrations You Might Have Missed

Landlord Vision integrates with third party suppliers to deliver useful and best in class integrations. Sometimes you really do get by with a little help from your friends! In this month’s software tip we’re going to introduce you to features that are delivered via our partners and show you what’s on the horizon for future […]

By 4 min read
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Covid-19 Will You Survive the Aftershocks? Part 2

On the road to recovery:

By 9 min read
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When Should Landlords Re-mortgage?

With interest rates at the lowest they’ve been for a while, now could be a great time to re-mortgage, but for landlords it can take a lot of time and effort to find the right deal. Given that interest rates could increase at any time and that the available deals are always changing how do […]

By 5 min read
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Government Drafts Code of Conduct to Help Commercial Tenants

The government has drafted a voluntary code of conduct designed to offer protection to hard-hit commercial tenants, but critics say the plan is “toothless” and it won’t protect tenants from aggressive landlords.

By 2 min read

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17 Questions to Ask Former Landlords During Referencing

Tenant referencing is a critical part of finding a new tenant. It can sometimes be a pain contacting a former landlord, but by speaking to a tenant’s previous landlord, you can verify a number of things…

By 6 min read
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New Online Learning Opportunity for Landlords

There is a lot to think about when you first start renting out property. From protecting deposits to checking-in your new tenants. It’s hardly surprising that some inexperienced landlords make mistakes or neglect to tick all the boxes. Now that the restrictions preventing people from moving house have been lifted, there is likely to be […]

By 2 min read
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What to do When a Tenant Leaves Belongings Behind

Picture the moment: As a landlord you’ve parted ways with a tenant, the day has arrived for you to regain possession of your property. You unlock the door, hoping to find your property in good condition. So far so good, no major damage, but wait, the rooms aren’t empty!

By 6 min read
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Crisis Looming in the Private Rental Sector

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the economy and caused havoc to so many people, and the private rental sector is no exception.

By 2 min read
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Landlord Tips for Buying an Investment Property at Auction

Property auctions are not for the faint of heart, as fans of Homes Under the Hammer will know. Bid on the wrong property and there is no going back. Once the gavel slams down, that property is yours, for better or worse. Unlike a regular purchase, you can’t back out of the sale.

By 9 min read
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Pass Mortgage Savings on to Tenants Says Letting Agent

An online letting agent is calling on landlords to pass on their savings from a mortgage holiday to their tenants. The agent says landlords should not expect cash-strapped tenants to pay off their rent arrears and they should be willing to offer rent cuts during the Covid-19 crisis.

By 2 min read
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Long-Term Tenancies Versus Short-Term Lets

No matter what type of buy to let property you’re looking to invest in, you need to decide whether you want long-term or short-term tenants. In some cases, it’s a no-brainer, but in other instances, it might not be so obvious. In this article, we’re going to take a look at the pros and cons […]

By 8 min read
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Can a Landlord be Liable for a Tenant’s Injuries?

According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), more accidents occur in the home than anywhere else. 2.7 million people a year are treated in hospital A&E departments for injuries sustained at home. 

By 5 min read
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Activists Call for a Rent Strike in the UK

The London Renter’s Union is calling on tenants to stop paying their rent if they are struggling financially due to Covid-19. Their campaign follows hot on the heels of action taken by renters in other parts of the UK and abroad.

By 2 min read

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