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Oct 10, 2024

What Are Holding Deposits? An Overview For Landlords

As a landlord, you may ask what are holding deposits, and wonder how holding deposits work. Two common questions our team at The Letting Experts often answer are: “Why are holding deposits needed?“

Sep 26, 2024

Tenants: 7 Winning Strategies to Win the Rental Property You Want

Renting in the UK has become increasingly competitive, with demand often outstripping supply. Whether you're moving for work, starting university, or just looking for a change, finding the perfect pro

Sep 12, 2024

Do Landlords or Tenants Pay Council Tax?

Letting a property comes at a price! Alongside paying for insurance and maintenance fees, council tax can be another expense landlords need to add to the list. Do landlords pay council tax? Generally

Aug 22, 2024

How to Find a Pet Friendly Rental: Advice for Tenants

Having a pet is one of life’s greatest joys! Just because you’re renting, it doesn’t mean you have to live without your furry (or unfurry) companions. With more people renting long-term, finding a pet

Aug 8, 2024

Should I Let Tenants Keep a Pet?

Data circulating the property industry provides a clear message – landlords don't like tenants keeping a pet. However, it's important to note that in July 2024, the new Labour government announced as

Jul 25, 2024

How to Decorate a Rental Home

Knowing how to decorate a rental home can be very difficult to gauge. After all, each landlord has their own rules on what you can and can't do, and you're never quite sure whether a new paint job wil

Jul 11, 2024

Is it Worth Using a Letting Agent? Advice for Landlords

Being a UK landlord comes with a multitude of responsibilities, from property maintenance to tenant management. Juggling these tasks can be overwhelming, which is why many landlords are asking if it

Jun 27, 2024

10 Tips for Finding the Perfect Rental Property

Renting is definitely having its moment, with the number of households in the UK living in the private rented sector continually increasing. In fact, an estimated one-fifth of the UK population now l