Researchers at the University of Sheffield have developed a new mapping tool designed to help councils identify areas with a high likelihood of substandard private rented homes. The Non-Decent Index uses housing, census and EPC data to predict where homes are most likely to fail the Decent Homes Standard and councils could use it to target inspections and communications, rather than relying only on tenant complaints. If you manage high quality rental properties, this is not s

Most tenancy problems don’t start six months in. They start in the first week. A rushed move-in, unclear expectations and even just one unanswered email can turn a good tenancy into a fractious relationship from the start. If you want fewer disputes and fewer negative reviews, concentrate on making the first 30 days a success. Here’s a practical framework you can run across your managed stock. Why the first 30 days matter more than you think Tenants form a first impression of

Letting agents handle large payments, sensitive documents and time-pressured transactions. That makes you a prime target for cybercriminals. Most attacks are not clever hacks; they are scams that rely on urgency and distraction. This article explains the common forms of cybercrime in lettings and how to prevent them. Here are the scams you will see most often, plus practical ways to stop them. 1) Invoice and bank detail change scams How it works A criminal pretends to be a l

A survey found that 41% of tenants feel more positive about renting than they used to. This can help you improve landlord services to meet the needs of your tenants.

Tenant retention is key for your property business, with it being much more cost effective to keep a good tenant than onboard an unknown quantity.

The new rental law is coming into force soon. Find out what you need to know about the Renters’ Rights Act and what you need to do now

Financial sanctions are UK government measures that can freeze assets and restrict dealings, which is why landlords and letting agents must know about sanction checks.

Find out how to write a rental listing that appeals to suitable prospective tenants and keeps you in line with the law on advertising rental properties/

With rent prices no longer rising quickly, here are some practical ways to make your rental properties profitable without pushing the costs to tenants.