Rents are going up, but landlord fees are also going up. Meanwhile, letting agents are losing out on tenant fees. So who's winning in all this?A market snapshot produced by RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) predicts rents are set to surge amidst increasing demand for private housing and a …
Some of the largest mortgage advisors in the UK have experienced a “significant” rise in the number of homes being valued at a lower figure than what homebuyers have agreed to pay, and this is resulting in many buyers having to pay thousands of pounds extra in order to complete …
Many self-managing landlords we deal with are based a considerable distance away from their rented property, so whilst they find collecting rent and instructing contractors relatively straight forward, handing over keys to incoming tenants poses a problem. A special trip to Cardiff to pass on the keys in person is …
If you do, you must appoint a local managing agent. It wasn't given much publicity when it was introduced back in May 2018, but Rent Smart Wales now insist on landlords living within a 200-mile radius of their rented property. It means self-managing landlords living as far north as Leeds or …
Whether you're a new landlord or one who's done it and got the t-shirt, there are plenty of easy mistakes you can make when renting out your property if you haven't got your wits about you.We've heard plenty of horror stories where landlords have ended up losing hundreds, if not …
Last week we published common student landlord questions part one, and this week in part two we answer a few more common questions that will help ensure you’re as prepared as possible to overcome the typical challenges and worries that many new student landlords face.How can I ensure my student …
Student activity is building up across Cardiff as the new University term approaches, and this means many landlords within the capital will be facing fresh new challenges and a plethora of different problems. Over two parts, we’re going to outline a few of the most common issues and questions you’re …
Rent Smart Wales has developed a new free online fire safety course for landlords, which is well worth a look if you don't currently employ the services of a managing agent. Developed with the input of Wales' three fire and rescue services, the course offers landlords an opportunity to improve on …
There has been much speculation over the last year or so from those operating within the lettings industry, with many government changes potentially impacting the way many landlords decide to operate within the market. Despite this, recent data revealed from the Agency Express Property Activity Index has highlighted the fact …
