Autumn Outdoor Living Tips
The clocks have changed, the nights have drawn in and we are all starting to feel like huddling indoors next to the fire. But the autumn can also be a wonderful season for spending time outdoors. The crisp November air can be exhilarating and the changing colours of the leaves on our streets and in […]
The National Landlord Investment Show
The National Landlord Investment Show (LIS) is back and will be returning to Old Billingsgate, London Bridge, for its first live London event in nearly two years. The event, a landlord and property investment exhibition, will take place at the London location on Tuesday, March 15, Tuesday, July 5, and Tuesday, November 2, 2022. Other events are […]
Clarity Needed on Rental Housing Energy Efficiency Measures
A piecemeal approach to rental housing energy efficiency measures risks undermining efforts to improve the energy efficiency of the private rented sector, according to the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA). The Heat and Buildings Strategy, which was published this week, announced grants of £5,000 will be made available to households to replace gas boilers with systems such […]
A quarter of a century of buy-to-let mortgages
It has been 25 years since buy-to-let mortgages were first launched and in that time the market has seen significant expansion. The UK’s private rented sector (PRS) has almost doubled in size, according to Paragon Bank, expanding from 2.4 million households in 1996 to 4.4 million in England today. It now accounts for some 19 […]
On the carpet – top tips to choosing a new rug this autumn
The weather has well and truly changed, the leaves on the trees are already turning red, yellow and gold. So, it’s certainly time to get your home ready for the autumn and winter. There are many ways in which you can make your house or flat feel cosy and welcoming this season and among them […]
Landlords can attend live event
The National Landlord Investment Show is to return to being a live event this autumn. The shows connect thousands of property professionals throughout the UK and are a focal point for anyone with an interest in buy-to-let or the private rented sector. The return to live events begins at Old Trafford, Manchester, on October 12, […]
Spice up your home this autumn with earthy neutrals
Bring chic, earthy neutrals into your rental home this autumn. Inspired by runway looks of the 2021 season, warm, spicy tones take centre stage in the home too and are layered over timeless neutrals to offer comfort and a sense of natural ease. Rebecca Snowden, interior style advisor at Furniture and Choice suggests this can be achieved […]
High demand for city centre rental properties
Tenants are rushing back to city centres after a pandemic-driven exit, according UK property portal Zoopla. The UK rental market has revved up amidst a sharp rise in demand for city living, driving the highest rate of growth outside London for over a decade. Monthly rents are averaging £790, up from £752 a year ago: […]
Value of Private Rental Sector Grows
The past year has seen a rise in the value of the Private Rented Sector (PRS) in England, Wales and Scotland, according to a recent report. Shawbrook Bank’s the Changing Face of Buy-to-Let has revealed growth of 5.8 per cent, taking the total value of the sector to £1.4 trillion. The report concluded that the Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent government reaction has dramatically re-shaped the market. The Stamp […]
Top five tips for finding your next rental home
Rental properties are in high demand at the moment so here are our top tips for anyone keen to find something soon: Do your research Make sure you know exactly where you want to live and what your budget is. Check properties like this do exist. Think about whether you want to live alone or […]