Property has long been the most reliable investment around… but could that cosy bubble be about to burst?! We’re looking at the issues facing the rental industry, from rent arrears to lack of government support, we’re looking at it all and seeing what you can do to chart your way clear of these stormy waters. …
A landlord, grappling with £10,000 worth of debt thanks to a tricky tenant, finds her story resonating within the hallowed halls of Parliament! We’ve looked at landlord fails, so that we can learn from the mistakes of others, but now we’re turning our attention to tenant fails – so you can learn how to avoid …
Ever bought a dream home only to step inside and find a nightmare waiting? Brace yourself as we unveil why Brits hate new builds! Many think that new builds are a good investment as they’re far less likely to have the issues older properties may throw up. But, from a wealth of mould to cracks …
We’ve got a gut-wrenching tale of deceit and deception that ended with a whopping £37,000 fine for you today! We’re going to look at how and why a Bristol-based landlord got fined and what you can learn from his failures. What happened in Bristol? Thomas Flight is a Bristol based landlord with multiple properties to …
Are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of finding your dream rental home? Before you dive in, there are crucial steps you need to know to make your renting process smooth and stress-free. From understanding your right to rent and calculating affordability, to exploring different types of houses and choosing the perfect location …
Back in September a landlord was fined the grand total of £32,000 for allowing tenants to live and sleep in unsafe properties. What happened?! 84-year-old Thomas Evans is the owner of land known as the Oakery near Ludlow. The Oakery site consists of one main house, split into six flats, plus a travellers’ site made …
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 5.25% for the second time in a row – have we hit the peak? In our last show of the year, we speak to mortgage expert Susan Whitley-Park. It’s been a tumultuous year in the UK economy, which has a had a huge impact on …
We all know rents have skyrocketed lately, making it more challenging than ever for tenants to find a new home, so we take a look at a flat in London that recently to see what £1,730 per month gets you in the current climate! UK rents in the UK are now at the highest rate …
Check out the next episode of The Mashroom Show, where we’ll be covering everything you need to know about pension planning to support your portfolio. REGISTER How healthy is your pension looking? If you haven’t checked in on it recently, you should check out the next episode of The Mashroom Show, where we’re joined by …
Landlords worried about the loss of no-fault evictions can breathe a sigh of relief. At least for the time being… In a letter to MPs, Michael Gove has announced something of a stay of execution for legislation that enables landlords to evict without cause, Section 21, as he proposed ensuring the courts work effectively before …
