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Should You Invest in the Dragons Den Thermostat?

27-03-2024 | Landlord News

We are going to investigate the thermostat that secured an investment from Dragons Den Touker Suleyman and help you decide whether it’s a worthwhile investment. The cost of living crisis and rising energy bills are a serious struggle for landlords across the country. Ensuring your rental property is energy efficient will help both you and […]

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Tenants from hell

29-09-2023 | Landlord News

While the vast majority of tenants pay rent on time and look after the property, this isn’t always the case. we take take a closer look at the proverbial ‘tenants from hell’ and just how bad some tenants can be. Hopefully, though, you’ll never have to deal with a ‘ tenant from hell’ that is […]

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How to manage your property portfolio during whirlwind interest rates

28-09-2023 | Landlord News

…And a whirlwind it is indeed. The interest rates in the property market have had a negative impact on landlords, however, there are always ways in which landlords can mitigate the stresses of fluctuating interest rates. Here, we will look at how to manage your property portfolio during whirlwind interest rates.  The Bank of England […]

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How to Maximise Rental Income in London

28-09-2023 | Landlord News

It is common knowledge that owning property in London can be an expensive endeavour, however, if you are a landlord, you will be happy to know that there is still a way to maximise your rental income in London.    As a landlord, it is probably one of your main goals to ensure that owning […]

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Where's the most expensive place to own a buy-to-let in London?

28-09-2023 | Landlord News

London has a reputation for being extravagant and lavish, and is the cultural capital of England; recently being named the best city in the world where factors such as cultural diversity, employment opportunities and social events were considered and, of course, this results in high property prices. As well as the cosmopolitan lifestyle that comes […]

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What are London’s top rental boroughs? CIA’s 2023 guide for landlords

28-09-2023 | Landlord News

The buzz, the culture, and the ability to reach for the stars are common themes when a person thinks of London. It is a hub filled with everything and anything; it is a city that inspires and brings forth unlimited opportunity. It is worth investing in property in London.   So, as a landlord, you […]

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How to Make Sure Your Tenants Are Reliable

12-09-2023 | Landlord News

Being a landlord can provide you with a nice passive income and be a worthwhile business venture. However, whether becoming a landlord is a success or failure for you will depend on how reliable your tenants are. First things first, you need to get the right tenants who treat your property with respect without causing […]

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Neighbourhood Brainteaser

22-08-2023 | Landlord News

Can you spot all the hazards in the street? Deciding where to purchase a property is one of the most important aspects to consider when looking for a new property to rent out. A quiet, clean, safe street with friendly neighbours shouldn’t be too much to ask for, right? Landlords are responsible for providing a […]

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Peeping through the curtains: Unveiling England and Wales’ most paranoid cities

17-08-2023 | Landlord News

A poll from the Home Office revealed that 61% of Brits think that crime rates are increasing across the nation, and over half (51%) of people are worried about becoming a victim of crime. It’s only natural to be wary of the amount of crime that happens in your local area, but are some cities […]

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Rental hot spots: The best destinations to invest in an Airbnb

02-08-2023 | Landlord News

Airbnb currently has an estimated 200 million users, and with recent company data revealing that the number of worldwide bookings increased by 31% in 2022, its popularity is only rising,. Landlords could stand to make significant profits by listing their rental properties on the platform, but are there some cities that are better than others […]

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