How Taunton Landlords Can Get the Best Out of Joint Tenancies
By Jayne O'Brien on 8th Jan 2025Many landlords will find themselves managing joint tenancies. Here are some tips on how to get the best out of them.
It’s easy to understand why joint tenancies are so popular with renters in the UK.
Sharing a...
Six Key Questions to Ask Your Letting Agent
By Jayne O'Brien on 1st Jan 2025Don’t get just any letting agent to manage your investment property. Here are six useful questions to help you find a top professional.
Are you looking to lighten your load as a landlord in 2025?
Finding...
Burst Pipes: Emergency Action Plan for Landlords
By Jayne O'Brien on 25th Dec 2024If a pipe bursts at your rental, quick action will save you time and money. Here’s what landlords need to know.
To steal a quote from Game of Thrones ‘Winter is Coming’. (Well, ok it’s here already.)
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Should You Sell Your Rental in 2025?
By Jayne O'Brien on 18th Dec 2024The last few years have been challenging for some landlords. But don’t rush into a decision about the future of your buy-to-let until you’ve read this.
It’s fair to say that developments in recent years have...
How Taunton Tenants Can Get ‘Rent Ready’
By Jayne O'Brien on 11th Dec 2024Tenants can stand out in the competitive lettings market by being ‘rent ready’ before looking for a new place to live.
With an average of 21 people vying for each rental that comes on the market*, competition in...
How Taunton Landlords Can Prepare for Christmas
By Jayne O'Brien on 4th Dec 2024Want to enjoy a safe and stress-free Christmas without an emergency call from your tenants? Then, run through this helpful checklist.
Christmas is just a few weeks away, but don't put your feet up yet if you're a...
Landlord Tax Return Deadline Approaching – Act Now
By Jayne O'Brien on 27th Nov 2024If you’re a landlord, the deadline for filing your 2023-2024 income tax return is fast approaching. Here are some important things you need to know.
When to file your tax return
Self-employed landlords...
Tackling Mould in a Rental: What Taunton Tenants and Landlords Need to Know
By Jayne O'Brien on 20th Nov 2024Despite greater awareness and tougher legislative measures, mould can still be a significant issue for landlords and tenants.
A new survey has found that 43% of tenants have experienced problems with mould and damp in...
What the Budget Means for the Lettings Market in Taunton
By Jayne O'Brien on 13th Nov 2024Now the dust has settled on the Budget, let’s look at what it might mean for landlords and buy-to-let investors.
The overall themes behind the Budget, according to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, were economic stability...
How to Get the BTL Basics Right: Tips for Taunton Landlords
By Jayne O'Brien on 6th Nov 2024Have you ever wondered how some landlords seem to run successful portfolios and others don’t seem to crack the rental property puzzle?
In our experience, we’ve seen what the best do that the rest don’t.
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