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Tenants and Gardens: Who Is Responsible for Maintenance?
Garden upkeep is usually the tenant's job, but what counts as reasonable maintenance depends on your tenancy agreement and local rules.
Rules on Letting Out Your Home for a Short Period
Check your lease, mortgage and insurance before renting out your home short-term, and verify local rules on minimum let periods.
Can a Tenant Run a Business from My Property?
When tenants can legally run a business from your rental property and what you need to know as a landlord.
Landlord Obligations Checker (Free Tool)
Tell us about your rental property and find out which UK landlord obligations you must meet right now.
Commercial Landlord Energy: Recharging Tenants & MEES
Commercial landlords in England and Wales must ensure their properties meet Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards before granting new leases or renewals.
Tenants and Gardens: Who Is Responsible for Maintenance?
Garden upkeep is usually the tenant's job, but what counts as reasonable maintenance depends on your tenancy agreement and local rules.
Planning for Interest Rate Rises: Don't Get Caught Out!
Many landlords aren't prepared for interest rate rises and could struggle with mortgage payments if rates return to normal levels.
What's a Live-in House Guardian?
A live-in house guardian pays minimal rent to occupy an empty property while the owner avoids security costs and formal rental agreements.
Buy to Let: Facts and Figures from ARLA
ARLA's 2010 survey reveals how UK landlords view the rental market during economic downturn and changing housing trends.
Tenants Not Paying Rent? You're Not Alone
Many landlords are struggling with tenants who can't afford rent payments as financial pressures mount across the sector.
How Local Housing Allowance Changes Affect Landlords
New rules for Local Housing Allowance will cut housing benefit payments and could affect your rental income if you let to benefit claimants.
What to Do Before Your Tenant Moves in
Get your rental property ready with these essential steps before tenants arrive, from deep cleaning to documenting fixtures.
Can a Tenant Run a Business from My Property?
When tenants can legally run a business from your rental property and what you need to know as a landlord.
What to Do if Your Letting Agency Lets You Down
Get compensation from your letting agency if they fail to do their job properly, including missed rent and legal fees.