The Deregulation Act: Further requirements for landlords
In this guest blog, Fraser Brown Solicitors explain how changes to the Deregulation Act 2015 affects all tenancies and what landlords need to be aware of.
What landlords could expect from the Autumn Budget
With the Chancellor's autumn budget just over two weeks away, the rumour mill is in full swing. We've covered the main hot topics that could come up when that red case is opened up on October 29...
Winter is coming: Top property maintenance tips to protect your home
Homeowners, landlords, and tenants should start considering pre-winter property maintenance now to avoid potentially costly damage once the frost bites hard. Here's Martin & Co's guide to what you should do NOW to protect your property from winter...
PPR relief - what evidence is needed for a claim to succeed?
If you are thinking about claiming against the Principal Private Residence relief ('PPR') this article from Tax Insider explains the process...
Section 21 notices: The changes you need to know as a landlord
Section 21 changes coming into effect on Monday will affect the process landlords must adhere to when seeking to evict a tenant. Make sure you are up-to-date with the latest rules...
Fixing up your home: Seven repairs you must make before selling
It's only when you come to sell that you realise your home needs fixing and cleaning up. But where do you start, what should you repair and what can be left alone?
First-time buyers confused about stamp duty changes
More than 2m first-time buyers are in the dark as to whether recent changes to stamp duty will help them get onto the property ladder. Mortgage brokers L&C take a look at the current rules and what could be done to help first-time buyers...
Landlords: Should you accept pets in your property?
If dogs are a man's best friend then they seemingly are a landlord's biggest enemy. Most landlords simply refuse to allow pets in their buy-to-lets. But is the approach of most landlords justified and, most importantly, are those landlords missing limit
School catchments: The property premium you have to pay for education
Latest research from Santander Mortgages showed that property in the catchment areas of England's top 100 state secondary schools carried a huge 42% premium compared with homes nearby. Here are Martin & Co's top tips for finding a property in your local s
9 questions to ask when viewing a house
There are lots of things worth planning for before viewing a property to buy or rent. And none are more important than preparing a list of questions to ask the estate agent showing you round. Here are 9 questions we recommend asking on a viewing...
The pros and cons of using a letting agent and the perils of self-managing your buy-to-let
When deciding whether to self-manage your property or engage a letting agent, consider Martin & Co's seven perils of self-managing...
Building in the back garden: tax implications
Demand for new homes has never been greater and many homeowners with large gardens are finding that they can release capital by selling part of their garden to property developers or even build the property themselves
London asking rents on the up and less choice for tenants
Greater London asking rents peaked at an average of £2,000 per month in the second quarter of this year, the Rightmove Rental Trends Tracker has revealed.
Almost half of mortgages now fee free
Nearly half of mortgages are now fee-free, as lenders compete to attract borrowers who are looking to keep their costs to a minimum.
How Brexit could affect house prices - and seven other things that could lower the value of your home
The uncertainty surrounding our exit from the EU has already had a stark effect on UK house prices, with growth slowing in many regions. In addition to Brexit, there are other things that could negatively impact the value of your home...
Why is moving house so stressful? 9 ways to pull off a stress-free move
Moving house stress... even the thought of it brings most people out in a cold sweat. Anyone who tells you that moving is a walk in the park probably hasn't done it for a number of years. Or ever!
84% of tenants are 'happy' - How to be a good landlord and keep them that way
Research released this week showed that a huge 84% of private rental tenants were happy in their properties. Find out how to keep your tenants happy with these tips...
First-time buyer numbers up in April
The number of first-time buyers outstripped the number of home movers in April, with measures such as the recent stamp duty cut and the Help to Buy scheme helping many get onto the property ladder.
How to add value to your property
if you are considering some projects to add value to your home, follow this advice on the work that could really make a huge difference to your property money pot.
The 6 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Buying A Home
Many home hunters will compile lists of key things to do or questions to ask when buying a house, but as the process gathers pace, these inventories of buying a home can fall by the wayside and mistakes, like these, can creep in...
What to do if your tenant doesn't pay rent
How to deal with tenants not paying rent requires strategy and patience and knowing how, if possible, you can avoid going down the road of a formal eviction notice...
What do estate agents look for when valuing a property?
There are a whole host of things that can either push the value of your property higher or bring it down to earth with a thump. We asked some of Martin & Co's most experienced agents to open up on their expectations when attending valuations.
One in four homebuyers rely on help from the Bank of Mum and Dad
More than a quarter of homebuyers will receive help from family or friends to get on the property ladder this year, although the sums provided are falling.
Manchester named as top UK city for landlords
Research undertaken by comparison website Gocompare has revealed Manchester as the top UK city for Landlords. Find out why and which other cities are in the Top 10.
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