Investing in rental properties and living off the income they generate in the United Kingdom is an attractive proposition for many people, but is it a realistic goal? In this blog article, we will explore the factors that determine whether you can build a portfolio that can supplement, if not completely replace, a full-time salary. …
Read more >What is the test? The recent Upper Tribunal decision in Boyle v Ford 2023 UT 04 serves as a reminder to the proper approach to the question of reasonableness in eviction cases. The case concerned a landlord who sought to evict a tenant from a property, relying on the landlord’s intention to sell. The eviction …
Read more >Episode 68 of Lets Talk features Conservative Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Local Government, Housing and Social Justice, Miles Briggs. Miles talks about his concerns regarding the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection)(Scotland) Act 2022 and how he feels it is actually counterproductive and damaging for tenants in the long run. He also explains why he viewed …
Read more >We have all witnessed domestic energy bills rising sharply since last year, which is seriously impacting household budgets in every part of the country. Despite the government’s recent announcement that the planned Energy Price Guarantee increase of 20% will now be delayed until July, keeping the cap at £2,500, there is not knowing what will …
Read more >There is often confusion over what happens if someone extends into a loft, who is responsible for roof repairs, and what happens about access to the roof. Debunking the myths about loft space and tenement buildings is crucial to better understanding and better relations amongst owners, particularly when it comes to common repairs. Check your …
Read more >As a landlord or property professional, it is important to maximise the potential of the property you are letting. As such, treating your portfolio like any other business is essential, from figuring out your profit margins to expanding your property empire. You must consider how the rental property is marketed as first impressions count for …
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