Category: Landlord & Tenant
How property owners can improve their EPC rating
A good EPC rating is a great selling point for your home and an essential if you’re a landlord. The EPC, or Energy Performance Certificate, rating is a measurement of how energy efficient a home is. Since 1st April 2018 it has been unlawful to let a property with an energy rating below E, on...
Will letting agents be able to side-step new lettings fees ban?
As government gives the go-ahead for the new Tenants Fees Bill, industry body accuses some lettings agents of planning to avoid the fees ban. New legislation designed to ban the charging of administration fees to tenants is set to come into force on 1 June 2019. This is designed to remove the many charges that...
Buy to let: what do you need to know?
Purchasing a buy-to-let property can be a financially rewarding investment. But, all too often buyers delve in without understanding what is involved. So, if you are considering becoming a landlord, what do you need to know? Costs As well as the purchase cost, and any associated interest rates, taxes, and legal fees, you will also...
