Your rights to inspecting and viewing your property as a landlord
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5y ago
One of the main causes of tensions or arguments between landlords and their tenants are often misunderstandings of the landlord’s right to inspect or view the properties which they let. It can sometimes feel as though the rights the tenants and landlords have are in direct conflict of each other, however provided that everyone understands their positions disputes can be avoided and tensions quashed before they even arise. As a landlord there will be times where you want to or need to visit a property that you own, it is perfectly reasonable, however it is important to be aware that you can no ..read more
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Top tips for improving your properties’ EPC ratings!
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by dl_admin
5y ago
As we get closer to 2018 it is important to remember the new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) are being introduced in April 2018. Back in 2015 the Energy Efficiency Regulations set out minimum energy efficiency standards for England and Wales. These regulations make it unlawful for landlords to grant a new lease for properties that have an energy performance certificate (EPC) rating below E from the 1st of April 2018 unless the property is registered as an exemption. According to research conducted by the energy provider E.ON around one in five landlords expect to spend between £1,0 ..read more
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Buy-to-let landlords must take tenant affordability into account
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by dl_admin
5y ago
While demand for rental property remains strong, landlords always have to be mindful of tenants’ ability to pay higher prices, according to the Scottish Housing Regulator. Returns achieved by landlords in Scotland remain highly competitive when compared to other asset classes, the latest figures show. The average monthly rent in Scotland hit £574 in September, the latest data from Your Move Scotland reveals. However, with rental price inflation running ahead of general inflation as measured by the consumer price index, buy-to-let landlords are being urged to recognise that tenants have, or ar ..read more
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Top tips to maintaining a good relationship with your tenant!
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by dl_admin
5y ago
Maintaining a good relationship with your tenant is key to successfully letting out your property. A happy tenant is more likely to become a long-term tenant who looks after your property or a tenant who refers other tenants to you. Therefore it is a smart business move to ensure you have a good relationship with your tenant. Here are some tips you can take to make it happen: Go through the conditions of the contract making it clear what the conditions of the tenancy are from the start. This will help to avoid any miscommunication on what the tenants can and can not do while living at the pro ..read more
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What to do if you are unhappy with your letting agent?
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by dl_admin
5y ago
There are many reasons why you might be unhappy with your letting agent, these might arise from the type of tenant your letting agent found you or not managing the property in the way promised. As most letting agents charge a fee for managing the property, this can of course lead to you feeling angry and upset. However, remember to take a step back and deal with the situation in the right way. Here are some steps you can take to resolve the problems: Be direct! Make sure you first discuss your issues and concerns with your agent before taking any other action. Your letting agent is ultimately ..read more
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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY ABOUT US
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by dl_admin
5y ago
Discount Insurance is a company committed to chasing down the best deals on the market for our customers. We have a great range of insurance products available at highly competitive rates, including Home, Landlord, Travel, Pet, Caravan, Income Protection and much more. We are also committed to providing the best customer services for our customers; our dedicated and knowledgeable customer service teams are here to make your experience as stress free as possible and to meet all your insurance needs in one place. We have a customer review average score of 9.1 on TrustPilot, our customers have p ..read more
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What is the most expensive city to rent a home?
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by dl_admin
5y ago
Looking for a place to live in a metropolis can be a very difficult and expensive task. Most of us have to tackle this task in order to be closer to better job markets and better opportunities. The western world is well known for luxurious and expensive rents, but surprisingly the most expensive city is located in China, Asia. Beijing holds the record for the world’s most expensive city, where the rent costs eats up roughly 123% of the average salary. Even though Beijing’s nominal monthly rent is $789 on average, the ordinary worker cannot afford to live in typical housing alone, according t ..read more
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Good news for property buyers as Government may ban ‘gazumping’ 
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by dl_admin
5y ago
The practice of ‘gazumping’ could be banned by the government after discussions were held on whether to bring forward the point at which house sales become legal, in line with Scotland. The move could prevent many property sales falling through, with 18% or around 200,000 transactions collapsing on average each year. A major reason for this is buyers outbidding others who have already had an offer accepted, known as gazumping. It often leaves frustrated would-be buyers not only missing out on their dream home but still having to pay bills for surveying and legal fees which can run into thous ..read more
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