BREAKING NEWS: What the Interest Rate Decision Means for Homebuyers and Sellers
The Bank of England has opted to hold its base interest rate at 4.5% in today’s announcement, a move that will influence the property market in our area over the coming months. The base rate has a direct impact on mortgage costs, affecting homebuyers, sellers, and investors alike. While today’s decision to hold rates […]
Landlord Advice: Why You Should Inspect Your Rental Regularly
Most tenancies run smoothly. But when a tenancy goes wrong, it can go very wrong. Conducting a regular property check is one way to head off problems. Why should you inspect your rental? An inspection of your rental is an opportunity to check its condition. You can see how your tenant is looking after your […]
Why Landlords Can’t Be Complacent with Rules and Regulations
Landlords need to know about an important government rule change that quietly came into force late last year. Landlords have been warned to keep a close eye out for any new regulations introduced by their local council. The advice comes after new rules making it easier for local councils to introduce selective licensing schemes quietly […]
What to consider before raising the rent
Getting the rent right is a must for all landlords. Here we’ll look at how to assess if the time is right to raise the rent on your investment property. We believe all landlords should review the rent they charge every year. And, if appropriate, increase it. But there is a ‘but’ – which you’ll […]
How’s the Property Market Doing So Far in 2025?
Let’s look at what’s happening in the property market as January ends. And ask, is now a good time to buy or sell? In 2024 the property market ended on a positive note. The Bank of England interest rate reductions in August and November helped invigorate the market. Prices held up well. The Halifax HPI […]
Should You Keep or Sell Your Rental in 2025?
The last few years have been challenging for some landlords. In this article we’ll look at the things to consider if you are thinking of selling your buy-to-let in 2025. Reasons to sell your rental property It’s fair to say that developments in recent years have made things more complicated for some landlords. The restriction […]
Energy Bills in 2025: A Guide for Local Landlords
With household heating costs still a key concern, here are some tips for landlords on managing tenant energy bills. Let’s start this article with some timeless wisdom: “A penny saved is a penny earned.” Taking inflation into account, those pennies have become pounds. As we move into 2025, energy expenses and efficiency remain pressing concerns […]
Letting Yields: What Landlords Need to Know
Letting yields are the lifeblood of successful property investing. Here we’ll look at why it’s so important to understand yields. What is meant by letting yield? Yield is a simple way of calculating the financial return you can make on a buy-to-let. Knowing what yield a property offers can help you decide if it’s a […]
A Very Merry Christmas Checklist for Landlords
Want to enjoy a safe and stress-free Christmas without an emergency call from your tenants? Then, run through this helpful checklist. Christmas is just a few weeks away, but don’t put your feet up yet if you’re a landlord. While emergencies are rare at a rental property, they can crop up occasionally – even on […]
Five Tips for Landlords Buying a Doer-Upper
When considering the purchase of a ‘doer-upper’ – a property that requires refurbishment – landlords are often faced with a Shakespearean (ish) question: “To buy, or not to buy?” It’s an important decision where you must weigh up several important factors before choosing to invest or not. Below are five key considerations to keep in […]