Can You Change Letting Agent Mid Tenancy?
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 […]
A Guide To The Non-resident Landlord Scheme
The UK is an attractive place for overseas landlords to invest in properties, due to the combination of affordable property prices and a high demand for rental properties. High rental yields generally enable landlords to make good profits. For example, sought-after areas in Greater London, such as Hornchurch currently have apartments on the market for […]
Evicting a Tenant: Advice for Landlords in East London
If the thought of having to evict a tenant fills you with dread, you’re not alone. As letting agents working with landlords in the East London areas of Dagenham, Hornchurch and Romford, queries about eviction advice are among our most frequent requests. With changes in the law planned, we answer some key questions when it […]
How to do an Inventory for a Rental Property in East London
What is an inventory? Anyone renting out property needs to supply their tenant with a comprehensive inventory for the rental property detailing all items, fixture and fittings and their condition. Doing this properly is critical to avoiding disputes with your tenant – particularly when they come to move out – and that you are reimbursed […]
Is a Council Guaranteed Rent Scheme a Good Idea? What are the Alternatives?
If you’re renting out property in the east London and Essex areas of Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham, Rainham, Upminster or Harold Wood, and looking for a secure monthly income, a guaranteed rent scheme might be the right choice for you. There are different options to choose from, including council-guaranteed rent schemes operated by local authorities. We […]
How to Avoid Paying Council Tax on an Empty Property
As the cost-of-living squeeze continues, council tax is just another expense for property owners. If you’re a landlord, council tax isn’t usually a concern – in most cases, tenants are liable for this cost. Unless, that is, your rental home is empty for any length of time. As estate agents working with landlords in the […]
Best Way to Collect Rent from Tenants
For most landlords, ensuring that tenants pay their rent on time is THE number one concern. As cost-of-living pressures continue to bite, a recent YouGov poll saw as many as 40% of London tenants admitting they may struggle to meet the monthly rent – so you are right to be wary. How and when you […]
A Landlord’s Guide to Electrical Safety Checks
Protecting your tenants from dangers and hazards is key to renting out property and landlord electrical safety checks are an important part of your role. The law in this respect has changed over the past few years. While it was always good practice to check the electrical installations in your property, you now have a […]
What to do if a Tenant Damages Your Property in Romford
When people are considering renting out property for the first time in Romford, they often have concerns about managing situations with their tenants. Among these is what to do if the tenant has damaged the property. The thought of tenant damage to property isn’t something that should put you off becoming a landlord – most […]
Property Inspection Checklist for Landlords in East London
For many new landlords the whole area of the property inspection can be a source of anxiety. We’ve worked with hundreds of landlords in the east London areas of Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham, Rainham, Upminster, and Harold Wood and get asked many of the same questions – how often should I check on the property, what […]
