When applying for a buy to let mortgage, it can certainly feel like being in a minefield not knowing which way is the safest way to turn. There are enticing mortgage offers out there for landlords, but you’ll need to prepare yourself for strict affordability tests and application processes. While most lenders have their own …
Read more >Landlords face an evolving tax landscape, and staying on top of changes can feel overwhelming. In episode 103 of Lets Talk, James Edwards, Co-Founder and Tax Director at Anderson and Edwards Ltd, shares his perspective on the challenges property investors encounter and how to prepare for them. Understanding Making Tax Digital (MTD) One major focus …
Read more >Tenants moving into a rented property will likely need to pay their landlord a deposit. For some, this might be the first time they have had to do this, and they might have a lot of uncertainty about what a deposit is and why it is necessary. As the leading tenancy deposit scheme in Scotland, …
Read more >Managing common repairs, either as a landlord or a letting agent on behalf of your clients, can be a complicated process. In our work, supporting homeowners, letting agents and other housing professionals with information and advice on tenement management, repair and retrofit, we come across many common misconceptions. These can impact the repair process, and …
Read more >The question of rent increases is always a potential thorny issue for landlords who have seen costs increase but at the same time understand the pressures tenants are also under. Landlords rethink strategies amid affordability concerns The UK’s private rental market has entered a period of adjustment after years of headlines being dominated by surging …
Read more >The real estate market is changing not only as a result of economic cycles. It is also changing due to tools that are reshaping the way information is exchanged between transaction participants. Quick access to reliable documents. Access rights control. The ability to work on materials simultaneously. All of this significantly increases the efficiency of …
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