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Government Confirms Major Leasehold Changes on the Horizon
Significant changes to English property law and specifically leasehold legislation are set to be introduced as the Government is poised to radically overhaul the system, making it easier and less costly for landlords and property owners to extend leases or convert them to freehold or commonhold in the future.
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A Landlord’s Guide to Right of Entry
A lot of landlords are of the opinion that because they own a property, they have an automatic right of entry without first gaining permission from the tenant. There are however clear rules and regulations that dictate when a landlord is allowed, and not allowed, to enter a property, and when tenant permission is required to do so.
Deposit Replacement Schemes Explained
It is often challenging for prospective tenants to find the necessary deposit to secure a property. Even though the Tenant Fees Act 2019 capped deposits at five weeks’ rent, it can still be a considerable sum to gather together. It is no wonder then that the deposit replacement scheme has become a viable alternative for tenants. But how do these schemes work, and should you be relying on them as a landlord?
How UK Planning Law Reforms Could Benefit Property Investors
In its report titled Planning for the Future published in late summer, the government detailed plans for upcoming changes to the planning system in England. The reforms are set to streamline and modernise the planning process and should also spell good news for anyone interested in property investment. Let’s explore why.
Landlords: How to Winter Proof Your Rental Property
With temperatures plummeting, so the risk to property damage increases. Winter is therefore a vital time for landlords to put measures in place to safeguard their investment. Let’s take a look at some of the most essential steps you should be taking to protect your rental property during the harshest months of the year.
Energy Efficiency Regulations: Changes on the Horizon
Since 1 April 2020, it has been law for landlords to ensure all their privately rented properties reach a minimum E-rating for energy performance. This includes all new and existing tenancies. Measures are now being put in place to enforce compliance, and plans are afoot to increase the rating requirement from ‘E’ to ‘C’ for all new tenancies from 2025 and all existing tenancies from 2028.
The Lowdown on Landlord Insurance
Landlord insurance is designed to cover the specific risks faced when renting buy-to-let property. There are different types of cover that address the various types and levels of risks. It’s important as a landlord to know what’s available in terms of insurance, and to ensure you know what you are, and more importantly what you are not, covered for.
What Expenses can a Landlord Offset Against Tax?
As a landlord, there are ways of reducing your tax bill by deducting some of the expenses incurred as a result of letting property. Read on to learn what these allowable landlord expenses are, what you can claim, and how to go about it.
Award Winners – Best Agent for Landlords 2020
homes2let is proud to announce that we have been awarded the title of Best Agent for Landlords 2020 in the SME News Magazine Southern Enterprise Awards which acknowledge businesses with a passionate workforce that constantly focus on forging strong relationships and delivering the most exceptional levels of client care.
6 Ways to Maximise Rental Yield
Capital appreciation and rental yield dictate success as a property investor, and form a vital factor for lenders when making a decision about affordability for a buy-to-let mortgage. If you are investing with a view to long term gains through letting, you will want to look closely at how you can maximise your rental yield. Read on as we share our top tips on how this can be achieved.
