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Committing to a six-month tenancy or longer with a perfect stranger can be a daunting prospect, even for experienced landlords. To help you along, we've devised 8 killer questions to ask tenants before handing

For landlords that need to find tenants fast, there are a few things one can do to encourage tenants during this notoriously slower period.  The end of July and August are typically known

Short term rentals are certainly in demand with stays ranging from a few weeks to six months, with London having restrictions on the number of nights offered. The higher rental prices bring benefits

Recent years has seen the demand for long term and short term rentals soar. Rising house prices are making it more difficult for people to get on the property ladder. To capitalize on demand,

Ever found yourself asking the question how much rent should I charge my tenants? Before you start marketing a property or renew an existing tenancy, it's best to find out how much rent

"Void periods" - not a phrase that we (or our landlords) are terribly keen on. So, let's take a look at when is the best time of year to let a property and

If you're a private landlord, you may be wondering how to attract tenants for your property.  We know when is the best time of year to let a property however, there are certain aspects of

A survey has revealed that many private landlords aren't doing enough to protect their property investment. Research by insurance giant AXA shows that landlords are leaving themselves vulnerable to renting to unsuitable tenants

After the expense of purchasing your first buy-to-let property you will most likely be making a decision as to whether or not you're going to be letting the property furnished or unfurnished.  The last thing