Plain-English advice on buying, selling, letting and renting on the Kent coast, written by the people who do it every day.
It’s safe to say, 2022 has been a year full of change for landlords. The last 12 months have seen more buy-to-let landlords selling up than ever before despite the demand for rental properties surging. In this quick read, we look at some areas that could influence landlords’ profits and portfolios.
Read the articleAs a landlord, you might have invested in property for additional income; maybe it’s a way to save for your future, or perhaps you’re an accidental landlord and had to rent your property out due to a change in circumstances. Whatever the reason, it’s a safe bet that you want to make a good return on your investment. In this quick read, we look at why paying for property management might be the best decision for your pocket (and sanity).
Read the articleFor most people, Christmas is a blissful time, a chance to unwind with family and friends and recharge the batteries. But if you’re a landlord, you can’t ever completely relax, can you?
Read the articleHere are ten ways to prevent a minor mishap or major disaster at your rental property this winter.
Read the articleThanet Buy-to-Let Landlords. Would it surprise you that inflation can be very useful when it comes to protecting your hard-earned savings and investment? Read the article to find out how here…
Read the articleA property portfolio is a great way to generate income and build yourself a tidy retirement nest egg. But there’s more to it than shaking hands with new tenants and waiting for the rent to roll in. You need robust systems and a professional attitude to protect your investment and ensure you don’t wind up out of pocket or on the wrong side of the law. To find out what it takes to manage several rental properties, read our guide, the Five Rs of Making the Most of Your Property Portfolio.
Read the articleA significant shift in how landlords file tax returns is looming on the horizon. Here’s what landlords need to know about the changes. If you’re a landlord with a taxable income of more than £10,000, now’s the time to start thinking about new tax reporting rules that are coming down the line.
Read the articleThanet tenants in 2023 face further rent hikes, as the number of available rental homes has dropped to an 18 year low. Many ‘accidental’ landlords have cashed in on the post lockdown Thanet property boom of the last two years and sold their properties to Thanet owner-occupiers - not fellow landlords. Read the article to find out what this means for everyone in Thanet here…
Read the articleHot off the press our latest article in relation to today's 2022 budget and how it will affect you if you are a buyer, seller, landlord, or investor.
Read the articleThe rental market is a tough place to be, especially in the current economic climate. With the cost of living crisis leaving many tenants feeling squeezed, now could be the right time for landlords to invest in rent protection insurance. But is it really worth it, or just another expense? In this two-minute read, we look at rent protection insurance in detail to help you decide whether you need it
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