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There have been many changes in the property market since the Covid-19 pandemic began in March 2020. For first-time buyers, there was no Stamp Duty payable for properties under £300,000 between July 2020 and 30th June 2021. For existing property-owners

Many people across the UK have struggled to pay their rent or mortgage. With tenants not being able to afford their rent, this has impacted landlords, who have struggled to pay their own bills without this regular income. The government

Letting properties to students can be a lucrative market for landlords, as you can be assured of a steady demand and long rental periods, resulting in a higher yield. Before taking the plunge, make sure you have all areas covered

When you’re the landlord of an HMO property, there are many rules and regulations, and it’s in your best interests to be aware of all of them to avoid problems further down the line. One of the most recent regulations

When you’re the landlord of residential properties, renting to the wrong tenants can be an expensive and hassle-filled experience. It can so easily go wrong if you simply go by first impressions, as although people might seem very plausible on

Landlords are reminded this is their last chance to grab Stamp Duty savings before the existing legislation changes on 1st April. The government announced tax relief in 2020 for landlords purchasing new buy-to-let homes, but the Stamp Duty holiday is

A private landlord has certain safety responsibilities when renting out their property, particularly gas, electrical and fire safety. Rental properties must be safe and free from health hazards for tenants. The coronavirus pandemic hasn’t changed these rules and the necessary

Brexit has finally happened – and whether you voted to leave or remain in the European Union, it’s going to have an impact on landlords and the whole UK property market. While every New Year brings amended legislation in the

As a landlord, one of the biggest decisions you will have to make is whether to let your property furnished or unfurnished. It’s the key question for landlords and tenants, as there are pros and cons to both options. Before

Homeless people are facing their own serious challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic. When the first case of the virus was reported in the UK on 29th January 2020, an estimated 280,000 people were living on the streets, with a further