Guarantors are another way landlords can protect themselves and increase their financial security. In many cases, they work perfectly fine. But they aren’t always the best or most suitable option.
Like every month, Rentila offers you an overview of the main real estate news of interest to landlords and tenants. This month, we focus on: The southern towns and cities where house prices are falling even more than in London; Scotland lags UK housing boom despite cheaper homes; Nearly half of UK homes fail to sell amid high pricing; Homeowners spend 21% of income on mortgage payments; Landlords warn of rent hikes as reforms loom; Locations where it typically takes longer to sell a home than last year revealed… Happy reading and… renting!
Damp and mould problems in a rental property aren’t just a cosmetic issue. Government guidance treats these problems as a serious health risk, especially for children, older people, and vulnerable tenants.
Selective licensing(per its name) only applies to a selection of properties. It’s entirely different from mandatory HMO licensing additional licensing, but it isn’t optional if it applies to your rental property.
As private landlords will likely know by now, the Renter’s Rights Act increases your responsibilities and duties. Rules, practices, and statutory timeframes will soon mean that landlords have to work harder to stay compliant.
Renting a property is a legal process – and avoiding it has consequences, both financially and personally. New landlords may be tempted to avoid declaration for many reasons – from misconceptions about what’s involved to a fear of tax consequences or a heavy administration burden.
In today’s digital-first world, remote landlord-ing is on the rise. Both tenants and landlords are moving further away from in-person meetings, out-of-the-blue phone calls, and physical, handheld documentation.
Letting agents used to be the crutch to support landlords in running an efficient rental property. But with UK landlords now facing higher taxes, many are turning to DIY solutions to boost their bottom line.
When renovating a rental property, every landlord has a budget – and it’s usually a pretty strict one. While you want your tenants to live somewhere nice, running a rental property is a business, and protecting your bottom line is always important.
Generally, it’s fairly easy to tell if a property portfolio is making money. But identifying areas where income can be maximised isn’t so straightforward. It requires strategic tracking, concise expenditure mapping, and deliberate planning to achieve. Tracking KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) is the first step for landlords aiming to grow their portfolio and maximise returns. In property management, KPIs represent measurable aspects of the business that landlords can monitor and improve to drive long-term success.