UK holiday lettings market The staycation – a phenomenon that became the only way to have a holiday during the pandemic. Investors bought up holiday lets and Airbnbs just as quickly as families chucke… Read more…
When the Prime Minister announced a snap General Election, it was the catalyst for chaos. Although the general public knew a vote was needed before the end of the year, the election's early timing too… Read more…
Increasing monthly rent prices According to the latest Goodlord Rental Index, rents in April 2024 were up by nearly 6% when compared to April 2023. Increases were seen on a monthly basis too – rising… Read more…
Selling a buy to let property We nearly titled this article ‘Help! My tenant trashed my property and 3 other spiteful things renters can do when they find out you’re selling up’ but it was a bit of a… Read more…
Selling a flat with a freeholder While many relationships between a freeholder (the person who owns the building and the land on which it sits) and a leaseholder (the person with a temporary right to… Read more…
In March 2024, new figures released by the Property Redress Service (PRS) revealed there had been a marked increase in complaints about letting agents. There had also been a rise in the value of compe… Read more…
Winners Landlords needing to sell a buy-to-let In a surprise move, the Chancellor decided to reduce the higher rate of Capital Gains Tax charged on the profit earned when selling an additional residen… Read more…
Out of all the maintenance issues that can occur in a rental property, mould is one of the most troublesome. Sight of those grey/green/black spots indicates an issue that, left untreated, can have ser… Read more…
Understanding the Financial Implications for landlords The cost of serving a Section 21 notice, used to end a tenancy in England and Wales, varies based on handling options: Self-Handling Costs Printi… Read more…
