Figuring out how much rent to charge is a balancing act.You need to cover your own costs, of course, but you also have to stay competitive with what’s happening in your local market. A common rule of thumb you’ll hear about is the 1% rule, which suggests your monthly rent should...
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A Guide to Your UK House Share Tenancy Agreement
Think of a house share tenancy agreement as the official rulebook for your shared home. It’s a legally binding contract that spells out the rights and responsibilities for both the landlord and every single tenant, making sure everyone is on the same page and protected. This document is your first...
Discover epc rating explained for UK landlords: A quick guide
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a bit like the multi-coloured energy label you see on a new fridge or telly. It gives a property a simple, standardised score for its energy efficiency, so everyone can see at a glance how costly it's likely to be to run. What an EPC...
Budget affects landlords: UK Budget insights for rental profits
For any UK landlord, treating the government's budget as mere political background noise is a surefire way to get into financial trouble. Think of yourself as the captain of a ship—your rental portfolio. The annual budget is the shipping forecast; it warns you of changing tides, shifting currents, and potential...
Renters Rights Bill UK: Essential Guide (renters rights bill uk)
The Renters' Rights Bill uk, known officially as the Renters (Reform) Bill, is shaping up to be the biggest shake-up of the UK's private rental sector in more than thirty years. It’s a landmark piece of legislation designed to rebalance the scales between landlords and tenants, creating a rental market...