FAO Landlords: How to Weed Out Garden-Related Problems
![FAO Landlords: How to Weed Out Garden-Related Problems 1](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/A-Landlords-Guide-to-a-Dispute-Free-Garden-1500-X-1000-1024x683.png)
Gardens can boost a rental property’s appeal, often making it more attractive to potential tenants – especially during May, as spring is here and summer is around the corner. But, as beneficial as they may be, gardens can also be a source of friction between landlords and tenants, particularly when it comes to maintenance responsibilities. […]
What Makes a Property a Good Investment?
![What Makes a Property a Good Investment? 2](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/What-Makes-a-Property-a-Good-Investment-1500-x-1000-px-1024x683.png)
There are five fundamentals to consider when thinking of buying a rental property. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or taking your first step into the rental property market, make sure you understand what makes a place a good investment. Here are five points to consider carefully: 1) Location, location, location The age-old mantra is as […]
Inherited a Rental Property? Here Are Your Options
![Inherited a Rental Property? Here Are Your Options 3](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Inherited-a-Rental-Property-Here-Are-Your-Options-1500-x-1000-px-1024x683.png)
If you’ve just inherited a rental property, then you may be wondering what your options are. While you won’t need to make any decisions on the spot (it usually takes many months to settle an estate), it’s good to start thinking about the issues you’ll have to address in time. The first is what you […]
A Landlord’s Guide to Property Improvements
![A Landlord’s Guide to Property Improvements 4](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/A-Landlords-Guide-to-Property-Improvements-1500-x-1000-px-1024x683.png)
Some landlords, actually many, have an ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ approach to their rental property’s upkeep. But by proactively refurbishing and modernising your rental properties, you can realise a host of benefits that will attract premium tenants and add long-term value to your investment. Here are seven ways why, and how, astute […]
Landlords, Get the Best from Your Letting Agent by following These Simple Steps
![Landlords, Get the Best from Your Letting Agent by following These Simple Steps 5](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/How-Landlords-Can-Get-the-Best-from-Their-Letting-Agent-1500-x-1000-px-1024x683.png)
If you’re a landlord looking to save time and money (and let’s face it, who isn’t?), a good letting agent can be a game-changer. They’ll manage your rental property day to day (so you’re free to focus on your other responsibilities), regularly check in with your tenants (to ensure there are no issues) and remind […]
How to Protect Your Rental from This Common Cause of Property Damage
![How to Protect Your Rental from This Common Cause of Property Damage 6](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/How-to-Protect-Your-Rental-website-1024x683.png)
What’s the most common reason for landlords finding themselves in hot water and needing to make an insurance claim? The answer, according to one insurance company* at least, is ‘escape of water’. This term covers everything from burst pipes and defective washing machines to leaky loos and dripping taps. In a recent report, the firm […]
What Landlords Need to Know about Making Tax Digital
![What Landlords Need to Know about Making Tax Digital 7](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Making-Tax-Digital-1500-x-1000-px-1024x683.png)
Did you know that HMRC plans to introduce new rules on how landlords file their tax returns? Here’s an update on what these changes involve and a timeline for when they’ll come into force. Making Tax Digital (MTD) is an initiative designed to streamline the tax system by fully digitising it. As MTD has been […]
Managing and Reducing Void Periods
![Managing and Reducing Void Periods 8](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Landlords-Slash-Your-Property-Void-Spells-1500-x-1000-px-1024x683.png)
Owning a rental property isn’t just about what happens while tenants are in place; effectively managing periods when your property is unoccupied is equally important. Every landlord faces void periods as a natural part of property letting, making it essential to prepare financially and strategically to manage its impact. Void periods mean not only the […]
Mistakes Landlords Need to Avoid when Letting their Property
![Mistakes Landlords Need to Avoid when Letting their Property 9](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAO-Landlords-The-Five-Mistakes-You-Cant-Afford-to-Make-Website-1024x576.png)
Being a landlord is rewarding, but it comes with its own set of challenges and responsibilities. Over the years, we’ve seen and helped solve most of the mistakes landlords can make. To help you navigate this complex terrain, here are the five most common mistakes we’ve encountered and how to avoid them, ensuring a more […]
Unlocking the rental potential from empty homes
![Unlocking the rental potential from empty homes 10](https://www.pennington-online.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Unlocking-rental-potential-1500-x-1000-px-1024x683.png)
From 1st April, empty homes in England will be subject to an additional premium of 100% council tax as part of tax reforms aiming to bring properties back into use. The latest data from Action on Empty Homes for 2023, reports that over 260,000 homes across England are deemed to be long term empty properties. […]