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Despite overblown media reports of a wave of landlords selling up due to regulation changes and new government policies, property remains a viable long-term investment for many.

For first-time landlords, however,...

First-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...

Are landlords leaving the market in droves, as some experts claim? Or are reports of an exodus exaggerated? Let’s look beyond the hype to find out what’s going on.

You may have seen a flurry of headlines lately...

Is the rental market running hot or cold, and what can we expect in the coming year? 

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Property 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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Did 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...

Great letting agents make a world of difference to their clients.

They're star performers who keep...

A 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
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If 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.

Lettings terminology can be confusing, especially if you’re new to renting.

So, here’s a jargon-busting list of commonly used rental terms to help you navigate the lettings market*.

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