So, your home is on the market, you’ve decluttered, the sink is sparkling, and you’re patiently waiting for potential buyers to come and view your property. A few people arrange appointments, but no one seems interested; it’s been weeks. Have you been hit by the curse of an overvaluation? Overpriced properties can sit on the market for months. Viewings become as rare as sighting the Loch Ness Monster; the agent’s gone quiet and your hopes of moving are slowly slipping away. In this quick read, we look at why an overvaluation can be disastrous and how to avoid this costly mistake.

So, your home is on the market, you’ve decluttered, the sink is sparkling, and you’re patiently waiting for potential buyers to come and view your property. A few people arrange appointments, but no one seems interested; it’s been weeks. Have you been hit by the curse of an overvaluation? Overpriced properties can sit on the market for months. Viewings become as rare as sighting the Loch Ness Monster; the agent’s gone quiet and your hopes of moving are slowly slipping away. In this quick read, we look at why an overvaluation can be disastrous and how to avoid this costly mistake.

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.

As 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).

For 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?

Here are ten ways to prevent a minor mishap or major disaster at your rental property this winter.

Thanet 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…

A 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.

A 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.

Thanet 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…