Blog: Landlord

With winter officially only a few weeks away, the time is now ideal for landlords to take steps to ensure their properties are prepared for whatever December to February serves up. By putting a winter property maintenance plan in...

We recently read a statistic about private landlords that left us scratching our heads. A whopping 56% of private renters say they live in a property that doesn’t have a carbon monoxide alarm*. Can such a high percentage of...

As a private landlord, you’ve got to stay on top of repairs, damage, and unexpected costs. So how do you safeguard your property and income? Do you cross your fingers and hope for the best? Or have you taken the necessary steps...

Landlords have always worried about tenants falling behind in the rent, but that fear feels particularly pertinent right now due to the pandemic. There are many reasons why a tenant might be unable to pay their rent – such as...

Looking to Invest? Rental Property Is Strong in Bristol In this three-minute read, we look at the rental property market in Bristol and why now is a good time to invest. Have you ever considered becoming a landlord? Investing in...

In this two-minute read, we explain why being a landlord is a 24/7 job. One of the best things about going on holiday is that once you’ve packed your bags and locked the front door, you can breathe a sigh of relief. After months...

In this three-minute read, we compare the different types of buy-to-let mortgages. When choosing the right buy-to-let mortgage, landlords face a key decision: go with an interest-only deal or opt for a capital repayment...

In this two-minute read, we look at the benefits of using a letting agent to manage your rental property (part one of a two-part series). Almost every landlord has weighed up the merits of self-managing their rental property...

In this three-minute read, we share five top tips if you’re thinking about renting out your property for the first time. Deciding to become a landlord is a big step. It can be both exciting and daunting. Here at Sarah Clark...