Rising day-to-day costs are eating into landlord margins, so it is important that you find new efficiencies for your rental properties. Recent analysis shows that landlord running costs account for 25% to 45% of the amount received in gross rent . This includes outgoings like maintenance, insurance, utilities, professional fees and compliance. Maintenance and repairs are the single biggest outgoing, taking 31% to 39% of total spend depending on property type. This article exp

Find out how to write tenant references in a way that protects you legally and helps future landlords. Use these templates to help.

A recent case illustrates the costly consequences of neglect: a landlord who left tenants in poor and hazardous conditions in an unlicensed HMO was ordered to repay £35,813 via a Rent Repayment Order . The landlord told tenants that they had to pay for their own rental property repairs, stating, “This high maintenance cannot go on. This is not a serviced apartment.”   The tribunal found the failings to be serious, and the penalty was significant. It is a stark reminder that d

What Does The Budget Mean for Landlords. This article looks at the outcomes of the Autumn 2025 Budget, higher taxes and the mansion tax.

: Find out how landlords can improve fire safety in rental flats with these seven steps and how we can help you carry out regular inspections and free up your time

This article shows you how letting agents can save time using artificial intelligence and create streamlined workflows that make life easier for all parties.

A new Google survey highlights  just how easy it is for renters to lose chunks of their tenancy deposit over minor issues. The study points to everyday pitfalls like dirty ovens, scuffed walls, missing lightbulbs and shows many tenants simply avoid small repairs because they don’t know how to tackle them. A third reported losing between £500 and £999, with three-quarters admitting to skipping repairs due to a lack of knowledge on how to sort them.     The good news? Letting

Recent warnings suggest letting agents are becoming prime targets for cybercriminals, thanks to the rich mix of personal IDs , bank...

How do you know when to raise a tenant’s rent? This page offers practical advice on when it is acceptable and when to hold off on rental increases.