Guaranteed rent vs traditional letting: which actually pays more?
Ask most landlords what their property earns and they will quote the monthly rent. It is the wrong number. What lands in your account is the rent minus management fees,…
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025: What’s Live Now, What’s Coming, and What You Should Do This Week
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025. The bulk of it commenced on 1 May 2026. If you let property in England, the rules you…
Are Property Management Fees Tax Deductible? An In-Depth Guide for UK Landlords
Property management can simplify the rental process, but it does come with associated fees. For landlords in the UK, understanding whether property management fees are tax deductible is crucial to…
What is Property Management? An In-Depth Guide for Landlords
Property management is the business of running a rental property on a landlord’s behalf. A property management company finds tenants, collects rent, handles maintenance, deals with complaints, manages compliance, and…
What is Guaranteed Rent? A Complete Guide for London Landlords
Guaranteed rent is simple. A property company leases your property from you, pays you a fixed amount every month, and manages everything. You don’t deal with tenants. You don’t chase…
Comprehensive Guide: How to Find Reliable Property Management Services in London
Understanding the nuances of property management costs can be the key to unlocking greater profitability for landlords in London. This guide offers an in-depth look at what these costs entail…
Every Sensible Landlord Wants ‘A Happy Tenant’ to Avoid Void Periods
When landlords are considering investing in property, they often do back of the envelope calculations to estimate their return. They imagine buying a property for £150,000, renting it out for…
Lack of Cleaning Is the Biggest Reason Landlords Make Deductions to the Tenancy Deposit
When tenants move out of a property, they have a duty under current rules to return it to its original condition, minus a bit of “fair wear and tear.” One…
Electrical Safety Checks to Become Mandatory Every 5 Years in England
From July of this year, there will be a new regulation that enforces mandatory electrical safety checks every five years in England. Set by the Government, these proposed regulations are…
What Are the Best Areas in London for Investing in Rental Properties?
London has always been a popular place to live in. And this ever-growing demand isn’t set to decline as the years go on. With the increasing demand for rental homes,…