A new Permitted Development Rights (PDR) scheme was introduced on 1 August that has made it easier to convert commercial premises into affordable residential homes.

Damage at the end of a tenancy is a major concern for landlords. But the area of what you can and can’t charge tenants for is hazy. This guide will help you better understand how this works.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for landlords is something that’s been on the horizon for some time now, but soon it will be time for buy-to-let landlords turning over £10,000 per year plus to begin reporting tax quarterly, and filing online.

As of 1 July 2021, landlords must start checking the immigration status of all adults before they rent a property to them, regardless of their nationality. Failure to do so could result in a fine or prison sentence.

Tenants have never appreciated outdoor space more, but the question of who is responsible for what in terms of garden maintenance is one that raises many disputes between landlord and tenant. Find out where you stand...

With the government’s Green Homes Grant axed just six months after it was launched, the question is, how will landlords meet the energy efficiency requirements that have been imposed upon them?

To ensure you get off on the right foot at the start of a tenancy, here are some helpful guidelines to help you ensure the property you are renting out is clean, safe, legally compliant and, most of all, welcoming.

A new government scheme will prevent banks and landlords from pursuing tenants for unpaid debts. Instead they will be offered a period of respite in the shape of time to find a solution to their financial issues.

2020 has been the year for appreciating home comforts, especially the garden. So it is no wonder that demand for rental property with quality outdoor space has surged. But how to create the garden that today’s tenants desire?

A new energy efficient boiler could prove a wise investment for your rental property. With heating bills likely to reduce, and all those late night callouts becoming a thing of the past, both you and your tenants could benefit.

On 30 September, the government published a consultation which sets out to seek views on proposals around raising energy performance standards for the domestic private rented sector in England and Wales.

Property investment is all about maximising yield. Keeping rental voids to a minimum is a key aspect of this. Follow our top tips to help prevent your property staying untenanted for too long.