CHRISTMAS NEWSLETTER 2021
As 2021 draws to a close and we dust off our Christmas jumpers, we wanted to wish you all a wonderful festive season and hope that you all get the well earned break that I know that everyone is looking forward to. With the recent Government Guidance over the Omnicron...
Quick fix or long-term solution – exploring the pros and cons of short and longer lets
Short-term lettings are bang-on trend locally - with some declaring Brighton and Hove the Airbnb capital of the UK! What could be better than letting out your property for a few days, pocketing the fee and then waving goodbye to your hopefully happy guests? If you’re...
What makes a good letting agent?
It’s a popular question and one that is frequently asked by both new and experienced landlords. A recent report issued by The Property Ombudsman threw up some interesting findings and identified where some agents are falling short. You can read more at Are letting...
NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2021
The latest property news Hello to you all wherever you are in the World. I hope this newsletter finds you well and that by and large you are returning to some sense of normality?! With my own children now on summer holidays, and thankfully having not had to stay at...
Making it easier to rent and keep a pet
Has the Government changed the law to give tenants an automatic right to keep pets? The short answer may appear to be “yes” but - as always - the devil is in the detail. Firstly, it’s important to stress that pet ownership within rental property is part of a Model...
High hopes for new-look mediation service as eviction ban lifts
Important news for landlords and tenants alike - the Government has revised guidelines for its new mediation service, marking the end of the ban on bailiff-enforced evictions. From June 1st, eviction notice periods - which stood at six months during much of the...
Shaking Up the Rental System – Chance to Have Your Say!
What do you know about Government proposals to reform the private rental system? Fairly sweeping changes - impacting landlords and tenants alike - were first outlined in the Tories’ 2019 Election Manifesto but inevitably Covid-19 put everything on hold. To be honest,...
SPRING 2021 NEWSLETTER
The latest property newsHello to you all wherever you are in the World. I hope you and your loved ones are safe and well and that some semblance of normal life is beginning, or about, to return. In the UK, despite many Government mistakes, one thing they have...
Brighton Rocks!
Brighton remains the most profitable buy-to-let location in the UK for the second year running, according to CIA Landlords’ recent research published earlier this year. Our seaside town beat major cities such as London to take the top spot with landlords reportedly...
Have you got an EICR?
Since April 1st, all private landlords in England are required by law to carry out safety checks on electrical installations in rented properties, using a qualified and certified electrician. We all know the risks of dodgy electrical installations, including shocks...
Buying a Rental Property; The pros and cons of a letting agent
Purchasing a rental property? Unsure whether to pay a letting agent or go it alone? What are the pros and cons – apart from the obvious? This is a question I am often asked and there is no definitive answer. Ask me if you should use a certified electrician or gas...
Giving Notice
"How do I give notice to my tenants in a fair and even-handed way?" That’s a question I often get asked and it’s become more complicated during the pandemic. If you don’t follow the letter of the law, there is a clear danger that you may be accused of harassing or...