A landlord’s work is never done! While there is a lot to juggle and consider when you’re a landlord, from various taxes, potential void periods and finding the right tenant, thinking about updating your properties should 100% be on your to-do list. Painting and redecorating There isn’t actually any legal timescale when it comes to …
Believe it or not, there are some things that we commonly associate with increasing the value of our home which in fact cause our property to decrease in value. Here are some of the things you might want to think twice about before building in your home. Install a swimming pool It turns out that …
A flying freehold isn’t an extravagant as it might sound. For starters, it doesn’t apply to owning an aeroplane, but we can all dream. If you come across the term “flying freehold”, it’s probably because part of a property you’re buying or selling either overhangs (is directly above) or lies beneath (situated directly under) another …
When selling a home, your main aim is to maximise value wherever you can. But you’ll also need to be aware of certain features that could wipe thousands from the value of your home. According to new research from Direct Line Home Insurance, having a family bathroom downstairs could wipe more than £13,500 off the …
Despite the Covid-19 crisis, landlords still have certain responsibilities that need maintaining. Keeping your rental property in good working order should be at the top of your list of priorities. Here are some of the ways you can maintain your property during the pandemic. Roof and guttering A good place to start with maintaining your …
For both tenants and landlords, finding the right tradesperson can be a long and arduous struggle, throughout which you could be charged extortionate repair costs and even thousands of pounds in additional, hidden charges. Whilst most tradespeople are in fact honest, hard-working and qualified to carry out given repairs, there are a small minority who …
Renting should never feel as if you’re living in someone else’s house. On the contrary, if you’re finding it difficult to feel at home in your rented house, we’ve put together this guide to give you some ideas that will not annoy your landlord nor jeopardise your deposit. What is sure is that you really …
When renting, there is often that one room you may find difficult to decorate according to your taste: the bathroom. Indeed, it can be challenging to make it yours without being able to change everything about it. However, there are a few things that you can do, even when renting! In this guide, we want …
Bathrooms are an essential part of your home, so we’ve put together this guide to help you figure out how to transform your bathroom on a budget, making it look more akin to the bathroom of your dreams. Whether you are a short-term renter, looking for a way to improve your bathroom cheaply, or you …
Picture this: you’ve finally secured the rental property of your dreams. It has a cosy bedroom with the perfect amount of light, a beautiful bathroom and it’s within walking distance from your work. It is ideal. Now you’ve moved in; you realise something feels like it’s missing —something to add a little character, flair and that home-from-home …
