by Helen Graham | Feb 7, 2023 | Advertising and Marketing your Property, Finding Tenants
What to do if your letting agent is in breach of contract Letting agents often rank near the bottom of public surveys, such as the MORI veracity index, measuring the most trusted professions. Unsurprisingly, then, it’s not uncommon for landlords and to feel...
by Helen Graham | Feb 7, 2023 | Advertising and Marketing your Property, Finding Tenants
Renting out a property for the first time: a guide for new landlords Setting up a rental property can be a surprisingly complex endeavour, with a variety of logistical, legal, and financial issues to take care of before your property even hits the market. Renting out...
by Helen Graham | Feb 7, 2023 | Obligations, Obligations of a Landlord
Landlord accreditation: what is it? A lot has changed in the private rented sector (PRS) this year. Throughout 2020 we have seen the introduction of new laws governing electrical safety certification, updates to existing regulation, new property licensing...
by Helen Graham | Feb 7, 2023 | Obligations, Obligations of a Landlord
What is a tenant’s right to quiet enjoyment? Landlords have the right (and responsibility) to access, repair, and maintain their properties to ensure all conditions are up to standard. However, in most cases, a landlord’s right of access is secondary to the...
by Helen Graham | Feb 7, 2023 | Obligations, Obligations of a Landlord
Do landlords have a duty of care to neighbours? As a landlord, you do everything you can to choose the right tenants. But even the most experienced landlords can get it wrong — and choosing the wrong tenants can affect more than just you and your property. Disputes...
