Blog: Rental

Rental income is an important part of being a successful landlord. Whether you need it to cover mortgage payments and expenses, or you’re taking rental...

If you’ve ended up with a ‘spare’ property – perhaps because you’ve inherited one or moved in with your partner – you might be wondering...

You’ll probably know this already if you are a landlord, but if you don’t yet, you should get to know it – because rental yield is important! But,...

If you’re an accidental landlord and have never let a property before, there’s a lot to know before you get started. Here’s what you need to do next....

Refurbishing a rental property can be a big project. And when you’ve already had to invest a fair amount to buy it, the big question is: how much more do...

To attract the perfect tenant, you’ve got to present your rental property in the right way. That means knowing what they want – then giving them more!...

Funding your rental purchase: step-by-step Whether you’ve got lots of capital and are a cash buyer or you need to borrow money to finance your rental...

Financing your rental property the right way can make the difference between a good investment and a great one. Here’s how to work out what’s best for...

You might be wondering ‘why buy a rental property in Wickford’? After all, we’re in the midst of a global pandemic, and a trip to the shops is...

Landlords: How to Find the Perfect Tenant in Wickford Being a landlord in this area can be highly lucrative, especially with the current demand for...

So, you have a property to sell, and it would be ideal for a first-time buyer? Did you know that many first time buyers are struggling to get mortgage...

Why don't I paint my own study? Even though I own a paintbrush This week, we decided to get our usual decorator in to give our spare room / home office...

Winter is Coming: Is your rental property ready?  As the dark evenings draw in, so does the realisation that none of us can escape the colder months to...

David Amess, MP for Southend West, has tweeted his support for a Bill which aims to end “cruel” discrimination against pet owners by much of...

New research suggests that tenants are joining home buyers in a trend towards leaving big cities and heading for more spacious homes in smaller towns and...

Time vs money, outsourcing jobs you don't enjoy can lead to a happier life. Reduce stress by paying someone to do tasks for you....

Picture the scene; your rental due date rolls around and you check your bank account as usual, but what's this? No rent has hit your account.It's one of...

Since 1st April 2018, all residential properties (apart from a few exemptions) in England and Wales have been required to have a minimum EPC (Energy...

Don't you just hate it when the internet uses 'jargon'?! What is a "rear aspect", anyway?!I'm going to cover off a few of these property and landlord...

Well 2020, you've certainly kept things interesting...! As the UK begins to bounce back from the Coronavirus lockdown, analysts begin to speculate on what...