What are landlord’s biggest worries?
It’s true that being a landlord has become slightly harder in the last decade compared to how it was in the past. But since the concept of renting began, government regulations have continued to change.
How landlords can renovate and decorate the perfect rental properties for tenants?
Renovating properties to let them to tenants can be a great way to buy a property cheaply and increase the value of your investment. However, there are lots of mistakes that landlords, and particularly new landlords make. Follow these tips to renovate perfect rental properties which withstand wear and tear and are appealing to prospective tenants.
How to be a better landlord
Like everything in life, you may as well be better at something than just getting by. You can be a better landlord by taking some simple steps. When you’re a better landlord, your tenants will be happier and are likely to stay longer. Not just that, by following simple steps you’ll be making life easier for yourself.
The hidden costs of being a landlord
As with everything in life, things are never quite as simple as you may think. If you’re a new landlord or you’re thinking about letting property as a career or side hustle, there are hidden costs that you need to budget for. If you only account for mortgage costs when setting a rental value you could be in for some nasty surprises down the line.
What every landlord should know about GDPR
The days of renting a property with nothing more than a rent book and a handshake are long gone. Even if you manage just one rental, compliance is now a core part of being a landlord.
How landlords can avoid costly tales of the unexpected?
Boy Scouts across the World will tell you the importance of being prepared. And it’s no different for landlords. One area where preparation pays off is knowing what expenses to be prepared for when renting out a property and avoid unexpected costs.
A landlord’s checklist before renting a home
The idea of being a landlord is very appealing. It conjures up notions of being able to sit back on rental income and never have to work again. But that’s not true – and if that’s what you thought being a landlord is all about – then it’s probably best you reconsider.
How to change a tenancy agreement?
Generally speaking, tenancy agreements, once signed, are binding. It’s not necessarily straightforward to change a tenancy agreement, such as would be required if the landlord is interested in adding or removing a person or persons to the terms of the agreement.
HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) ABC
House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) refers to a property that is inhabited by more than one separate occupant. They are becoming more and more popular in the UK and in other countries around the world because of the opportunities they offer to their landlords. By renting out one property in separate portions to different tenants, a landlord can generate a decent income in rental yields monthly.