Why self-managing your rental might not be the money saver you think it is
posted by Craig Thompson
Not since 2008, when Gavin and Stacey ruled the small screen, have interest rates been as high as they are today. As a result, many mortgage holders are looking for ways to trim their outgoings to ease the financial burden....
How to manage challenging tenancy relationships
posted by Craig Thompson
As a landlord, as well as managing the finances, the property and any repairs or maintenance, you also have to remember to look after your tenants. Whilst nine times out of ten you’ll never have to deal with anything too...
The dangers of a DIY tenancy agreement
posted by Craig Thompson
Type ‘tenancy agreement’ into Google and you’ll get thousands of results offering free online templates and guides to writing your own rental contract. So why bother using a letting agent to sort out the tenancy agreement if...
How to make the end of a tenancy run smoothly
posted by Craig Thompson
As a landlord, one of your main goals is to make sure your property is tenanted. As soon as the old tenants decide they’re moving on, it’s time to find new renters to move in. But while you’ll be keen for a quick turnaround,...
Should you invest in a turnkey buy-to-let or a renovation project?
posted by Craig Thompson
Whether you’re an established landlord or a first-time investor, you’ll probably be thinking about what to buy: a ready-to-go rental or a doer-upper. Which one should you pick? A turnkey rental is one that is ready for tenants...
What to consider when you’re pricing your rental
posted by Craig Thompson
If you’re a first-time landlord about to rent out a property, or an established landlord looking to purchase a new investment, one of the main questions you’ll have is how much rent you can charge per month. Of course, you can...