5 key questions to ask former landlords during reference checks
By The team @ Eden May on 16th May 2024When you’re signing a new tenant, getting a reference from a previous landlord is an excellent opportunity to learn more about who the person is, and how well they’ll look after your property.
While not all tenants...
Rent or buy a property? making an informed decision in the Taunton housing market
By The team @ Eden May on 16th May 2024When it comes to finding a place to call home, many individuals in Taunton face the decision of deciding whether to rent or buy a property. In this blog post, our experienced team of estate agents in Taunton aim to provide an...
As a landlord, am I responsible for paying for breakages?
By The team @ Eden May on 16th May 2024Unfortunately, Breakages Are Inevitable In Any Rental Property
If you’re a landlord in Taunton, you’re probably already aware of the problems that can arise if you have a particularly accident-prone tenant. While...
The cost of living crisis: how Taunton landlords can protect their rental income (6 tips)
By The team @ Eden May on 16th May 2024Are your potential tenants able to afford their rent?
The UK is in a cost-of-living crisis, and it's having a knock-on effect on landlords in Taunton. More tenants are struggling to pay their rent, and landlords,...
Are tenants responsible for dealing with pest infestations?
By The team @ Eden May on 16th May 2024As a tenant renting in Taunton, you may be wondering "what do I do if I discover a pest infestation in my rented property?"
Is it your responsibility to handle the problem?
Or is your landlord expected to deal...
Is mould in a rental property a landlord's responsibility?
By The team @ Eden May on 16th May 2024Over the past couple of decades, rental accommodation in Taunton has greatly improved, however mould in rented property is still an issue plaguing landlords and tenants alike. One of the biggest problems is that responsibility...
How to handle a nuisance tenant in Taunton
By The team @ Eden May on 16th May 2024Whether it’s noise complaints from the neighbours or something more serious like always paying late, a nuisance tenant is, well, a nuisance!
Despite this, there are some things you can do to effectively handle a...
First-Time Buyers: Facts and Figures from around the World
By Jayne O'Brien on 15th May 2024Getting on the housing ladder in the UK is no easy feat, with property prices and inflation meaning it can take first-time buyers (FTBs) years to save the deposit for their first home.
As a result, the average age of...
The Three Home Improvements That Impress Buyers the Most
By The team @ Eden May on 8th May 2024When it comes to home improvements, it’s wise to think carefully before you splash the cash.
Homes renovated to a high standard attract more buyer interest and sell more quickly.
However, not all...
The future of the UK rental market in 2024: what landlords in Taunton need to know
By The team @ Eden May on 2nd May 2024Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ll know as a UK landlord that the rental market in Taunton is constantly changing, and staying ahead of the curve is essential. If you don’t keep up, you’ll be left...