Tag: Landlord
Tenancy Deposit Scheme & Protection Guide
If you’re a new landlord, you must know the tenancy deposit schemes' rules.
The law says that if you take a deposit from your tenants,...
The responsibilities of private landlords
Private Landlords are required to fulfil a number of legal responsibilities.
Your tenancy agreement will give details of what your landlord is responsible for so...
A Landlord’s Guide to Paying Tax on Rental Income
Check out our comprehensive guide to Rental Income Tax & Landlord Taxes. Read now...
Landlords Checklist for A Tenants Departure of a Property
In this article, find out everything you need to know about departing a property and what landlords need to do in order of a smooth transition...
What To Do As A Landlord When You Go On Holiday
In this guide, find out what you have to do as a landlord when you are preparing to go on holiday including arranging emergancy contacts & informing your tenants...
Why SSAS Pensions Are a Useful Resource for Business Owners
In this article, find out all you need to know about SSAS Pensions and why they are essential for Business Owners especially in the property market.
Landlords and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018
From March 2019 the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 will come into force. Find out all the info that Landlords will need to know about the changes...
How to pre-screen prospective tenants
You have advertised your rental property and find yourself inundated with enquiries from potential tenants – hopefully. But you’ve read all those scary stories...
Portico’s MD, Robert Nichols, comments on the Tenants’ Fees Bill
"A new Tenants' Fees Bill was confirmed in the Queen's Speech, which will stop renters from having to pay upfront fees to landlords or...
F is for Furnishing | Should Landlords Furnish Their Properties?
The dichotomy between furnishing and not furnishing an investment property is a common one.
Both have pro’s and con’s and indeed in some markets, tenants...