What east London landlords need to know about the how to rent guide

How to Rent Guide

If you’re an east London landlord with property in Romford, Dagenham, Ilford, Hornchurch or Grays, one of your first duties is making sure your tenants receive a copy of the government’s how to rent guide. Supplying the how to rent guide is an obligation for landlords. If you don’t provide one, you may find it […]

How to Evict a Tenant: A Guide for London Landlords

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One of the biggest problems that landlords in London experience is trying to evict tenants. Going through court can be very expensive but there are other approaches to evicting tenants, helping to keep costs down and keep stress to a minimum. In this article we explain the legal requirements of evicting a tenant in an […]

Can I Change my Residential Mortgage to Buy To Let?

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When your circumstances change and you move out of your residential home, either to relocate for work or because you move in with someone, one of your options is to rent out your property.   Perhaps you don’t want to sell your property in case you want to move back in at some point, or you […]

How Do I Evict a Tenant Without a Tenancy Agreement? 

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If you’re looking to evict a tenant without tenancy agreement in the east London areas of Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham, Rainham, Upminster or Harold Wood, read on. For most people in the private rented sector, a tenancy agreement signed by both parties is the number one essential for both landlords and tenants. But if you think […]

What’s The Penalty For Not Protecting A Tenant’s Deposit?

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Under the Housing Act 2004, landlords in England and Wales have a legal requirement to protect their tenant’s deposit. Compliance with these regulations is essential to avoid significant penalties. If you are a landlord or thinking of becoming a landlord in areas such as Dagenham or Romford, or anywhere in England and Wales, the tenancy […]

What is a fair rent increase in east London?

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Monthly rents have risen over recent years as landlords’ costs have gone up – and competition among renters has remained high. If a landlord wants to increase the rent, it’s usual for tenants to agree to a rent rise that’s fair and reasonable – but they are able to query it. So, what is a […]

What to do when a previous tenant leaves unpaid council tax

When tenants vacate a property, it’s not unheard of for them to leave landlords with a not so nice surprise – an unpaid utility or council tax bill, for example. If you’re a landlord renting out property in Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham, Rainham, Upminster – or beyond – you should consider the issue of a previous […]

Is it Worth Buying a House Through a Limited Company?

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Data shows that an increasing number of landlords are buying property through limited companies, particularly those with a portfolio of rental homes. The increase has happened since a change in the law which saw the removal of mortgage interest relief for individual landlords replaced by a set allowance. Buying property through limited companies can bring […]

What Are The Landlord’s Obligations To Tenants?

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From ensuring the gas and electricity in your property are safe to checking whether your tenants have the right to rent in the UK, landlords must meet several key obligations. You are required by law to fulfil these landlord obligations to your tenants before renting out property in England. Fail to do so, and you […]

Can You Change Letting Agent Mid Tenancy?

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Many landlords believe that changing their letting agent mid-tenancy will be painful, difficult or downright impossible – but this really isn’t the case. If you’re a landlord in the east London areas of Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham, Rainham, Upminster and Harold Wood, we look at the things you need to consider before making a switch. Can […]

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