
What Can Taunton Landlords Expect in Next Week’s Budget?
By Jayne O'Brien on 23rd Oct 2024After months of fevered speculation, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will unveil her autumn Budget next week (Wednesday 30 October).
As the announcement could have important implications for landlords, let’s consider what...

Cuckooing: What Is It? And Why Is It a Threat to Taunton Landlords
By Jayne O'Brien on 16th Oct 2024Cuckooing is a heartless crime that puts your tenant’s wellbeing at risk and leaves you, as the landlord, facing an array of legal issues.
So, if you own a rental property, here’s what you need to know.
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How to Make Your Taunton Property Tenant-Ready in Five Easy Steps
By Jayne O'Brien on 9th Oct 2024Welcoming a new tenant can be exciting for landlords, but it also requires careful preparation to ensure a smooth transition.
A well-prepared property makes a great first impression and can set the tone for a...

They’re Young, Ambitious and Becoming Landlords: The Changing Face of BTL in Taunton
By Jayne O'Brien on 18th Sep 2024First-time buyers might be getting older, but when it comes to landlords, it’s a different story.
A new survey* has found that in the past nine years, there’s been a drop in the average age of landlords in the...

The Latest on the Rental Market: Update for Taunton Landlords
By Jayne O'Brien on 4th Sep 2024Is the rental market running hot or cold, and what can we expect in the coming year?
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Savvy Styling Tips for Your Taunton Rental Property
By Jayne O'Brien on 28th Aug 2024Property experts often advise sellers to style their home before they put it on the market.
Go the extra mile with presentation, and buyers will be impressed by what they see and smell, or so the theory goes.
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How to Protect Your Taunton Rental Property from Fire
By Jayne O'Brien on 21st Aug 2024Did you know that a blaze is seven times more likely to start in a rental property than in a home occupied by the owner?*
It's a shocking statistic that underlines the need for landlords to prioritise fire...

How Letting Agents in Taunton Support Landlords and Tenants
By Jayne O'Brien on 7th Aug 2024A good letting agent can make a world of difference for both landlords and tenants.
Here are ten things a top-notch letting agent does to provide outstanding service:
1. Tenant Vetting and Screening
A...

Buying Your Taunton Rental from Your Landlord
By Jayne O'Brien on 31st Jul 2024If you feel totally at home in your rental property, you may daydream about buying it from your landlord.
So, what issues come into play when you want to buy the property that you’re renting? Let’s take a look.
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The Pests to Look Out for at Your Taunton Rental Property
By Jayne O'Brien on 24th Jul 2024There’s no room for complacency when it comes to dealing with insects in a rental property.
What can start as a minor inconvenience can quickly become a major issue, especially as summer is breeding season.
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