Becoming a landlord for the first time can be exciting β but there is much more to consider than simply buying a property and finding someone to rent it. π‘
For many first-time buyers, the biggest obstacle to buying a home is not necessarily the monthly mortgage payment. It is saving the deposit in the first place. π°
There comes a point for many homeowners when having more space is no longer necessarily a benefit. Perhaps the children have moved out, the garden is becoming harder to maintain, there are rooms you rarely use or you simply want to release some of the equity tied up in your property. π·
Autumn can be a fantastic time to sell your home. π The lighter evenings may be behind us, but the season brings its own advantages. Warm interiors, crisp mornings, changing colours and a naturally cosy atmosphere can all help buyers picture themselves settling into a property. π β¨
Weβve been talking to landlords for months about how the Rentersβ Rights Act is changing the way rental properties need to be managed. Now, weβre starting to see some of those changes reflected in the numbers. π
Just when you thought you were getting to grips with the Renters' Rights Act, another major change is on the way.
Another new cost is coming for landlords in England. π· From 15 December 2026, the new mandatory Landlord Database will begin its rollout, starting in the West Midlands before moving across the country.
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We have all done it.
If you have ever wondered βhow much is my house worth?β, there is a good chance you have come across an online property valuation tool. π·
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