Blog: Buy to let

Renting works best when it is based on trust rather than transactions.

For local landlords and tenants, we believe the property rental experience should be human, straightforward, and fair.

That is why we...

Most tenancies that end up ‘nightmarish’ don’t start badly.

It’s a bit like a suspense film. Everything seems fine at first. The tenant looks great. The property is in good shape. The paperwork is signed....

The first week of a new year is a good time to pause, take stock and think about the future.

For landlords, one of the most important questions heading into 2026 is a familiar one.

“Is the rent on my property...

The start of a new year is often when landlords take stock, not in a dramatic, overhaul-everything way, but with a quieter realisation that this year (2025) frequently felt harder than it needed to be.

More rules,...

The recent Autumn Budget 2025 brought several important changes for landlords. Nothing seismic, but enough that many in the private rented sector will need to rethink cash flow, yields and long-term plans. Here’s what...

The word landlord is loaded with history — and not all of it good.

It is believed to have originated in the 14th century and can still conjure images of distant property owners collecting rent with little regard for...

When people think of tenancy disputes, the usual suspects spring to mind — unpaid rent, property damage, or notice periods.

But often, it’s the small, unexpected things that cause the biggest headaches for landlords...

Did you know that damp and mould impact seven million households in the UK?*

As it’s Damp and Mould Awareness Week, let’s take a closer look at what the issue means for landlords.

Damp and mould aren’t...

Gas safety should be a number one priority for all landlords. Gas Safety Week 2025, which runs from 8 to 14 September, is a good time to make sure your properties are 100% gas safe.

What is Gas Safety Week?

Some landlords will have to change the way they file their tax returns from April next year. Read on to find out if you will be affected.

Here’s a friendly reminder that changes in the way HMRC expects the...