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Ten Things Launceston Landlords Should Know About Tenants and Pets

Ten Things Launceston Landlords Should Know About Tenants and Pets

In this three-minute read, we look at the pros and cons of letting a property to a tenant with a pet.Should tenants be allowed to keep pets in rental properties? It’s a thorny subject that is back in the spotlight after an MP...

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On the Record – The Documents that Launceston Landlords Need

On the Record – The Documents that Launceston Landlords Need

In this three-minute read, we look at the documentation landlords need to meet their legal obligations – and avoid messy disputes.First-time landlords often make the rookie mistake of underestimating the amount of paperwork...

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Government Announces New Rule on Evictions During Lockdown 2

Government Announces New Rule on Evictions During Lockdown 2

In this two-minute read, we look at the new rules on eviction enforcement during the latest lockdown.Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has announced a ban on bailiffs carrying out eviction enforcement during the lockdown in all but...

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Lockdown Update for Landlords and Tenants in Launceston

Lockdown Update for Landlords and Tenants in Launceston

In this two-minute read, we look at what the announcement on Saturday by Prime Minister Boris Johnson means to landlords and tenants in Launceston.The writing has been on the wall for several days now, but on Saturday we received...

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What’s scaring the heck out of landlords in Launceston?

What’s scaring the heck out of landlords in Launceston?

In this terrifying two-minute read, we look at what ghoulish goings-on are keeping landlords up at night—a Halloween Week Special.There are many different fears we all have in life.  There’s the fear of scary clowns like the...

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Tiers Needn’t Mean Fears for Landlords in Launceston

Tiers Needn’t Mean Fears for Landlords in Launceston

In this two-minute speed read; we look at what the new tier system means for landlords and people looking to rent in Launceston.The tier system announced by the Government this week to combat the increase in Covid-19 cases has...

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What Launceston Landlords Need to Know about Nuisance Tenants

What Launceston Landlords Need to Know about Nuisance Tenants

In this three-minute read, we look at how landlords can manage tenants who are noisy, aggressive, or destructive.Let’s start with the good news: the vast majority of tenants pay their rent on time and cause their landlords very...

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What Not to Include in Your Launceston Property Marketing Photos

What Not to Include in Your Launceston Property Marketing Photos

In this three-minute read, we look at the dos and don’ts of photography when it comes to marketing a property.When letting a property, it’s impossible to overstate the importance of getting the imagery right.  As most...

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Fans, Felines and False Teeth – The Weird Things Tenants Leave Behind

Fans, Felines and False Teeth – The Weird Things Tenants Leave Behind

In this three-minute read, we look at the unusual things that tenants have left behind after moving out and explain how landlords can avoid post-tenancy clean-up bills.End-of-tenancy checks can spring all manner of surprises on...

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A Ten-Point Checklist for Landlords in Launceston

A Ten-Point Checklist for Landlords in Launceston

In this three-minute read, we look at the ten most important things a landlord needs to succeed.If you’re contemplating becoming a landlord, here’s a helpful checklist explaining what it takes to let a property.You may wonder...

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Launceston - Tips to Save on Your Energy Bills and Help the Planet

Launceston - Tips to Save on Your Energy Bills and Help the Planet

In this three-minute read, we look at ways to make your home more energy efficient.With 40% of UK carbon emissions coming from households, the road to a cleaner, greener planet starts at home.First, the good news (yes, there is...

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Is Your Rental Property in Launceston Gas Safe?

Is Your Rental Property in Launceston Gas Safe?

In this three-minute read, we look at why landlords MUST take gas safety very seriously.This Monday (14th) sees the tenth annual Gas Safety Week begin.The awareness campaign is timed to get people thinking about and checking their...

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Strategies to Help Launceston Landlords Ride Out a Recession

Strategies to Help Launceston Landlords Ride Out a Recession

In this three-minute read, we explain how landlords can navigate their way through choppy economic waters and achieve good returns on their investment.When officials announced on 12 August that the UK had entered recession, lots...

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Up in Smoke - What Launceston Landlords Need to Know About Cannabis Factories

Up in Smoke - What Launceston Landlords Need to Know About Cannabis Factories

In this three-minute read, we look at how landlords can prevent their property from being used for cannabis production.If you have a nice property in a respectable street in Launceston, you probably would never imagine that...

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An Important Evictions Update for Landlords in Launceston

An Important Evictions Update for Landlords in Launceston

A 60-second update.Yesterday the Government made changes to the six-month eviction notice periods law which were introduced in a bid to stop people being evicted from their homes due to the impact Covid-19 is having on their...

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Evictions – An important update for landlords in Launceston

Evictions – An important update for landlords in Launceston

A 2-minute read updating landlords about what the new extension on evicting tenants means for them and how we’re helping them avoid the worst-case scenario.On Friday it was announced by the Government there is now an extension...

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What Landlords in Launceston Need to Know About Insurance

What Landlords in Launceston Need to Know About Insurance

In this three-minute read, we explain what landlord insurance is and how to protect your property investment.If the mere mention of the word “insurance” makes you want to nod off, here’s a quick hack to focus your mind.Ask...

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Six steps to being a successful landlord in Launceston

Six steps to being a successful landlord in Launceston

In this two-minute read, we look at seven fundamental steps landlords in Launceston need to take to put themselves and their rental properties on the path to success.Being a landlord can be challenging, complicated and confusing....

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The court ruling that all landlords in Launceston need to know about

The court ruling that all landlords in Launceston need to know about

In this three-minute read, we look at what a recent court ruling that found a “no DSS” letting ban was unlawful means for landlords.A disabled mum-of-two emerged victorious from York County Court earlier this month after...

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What Rishi Sunak’s latest pledges mean for landlords in Launceston

What Rishi Sunak’s latest pledges mean for landlords in Launceston

In this three-minute read, we look at what the Stamp Duty holiday and a new grant scheme for green home improvements mean for landlords.Chancellor Rishi Sunak made two big announcements about the property market last week and...

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It pays to talk – a guide to managing rent arrears in Launceston

It pays to talk – a guide to managing rent arrears in Launceston

In this two-minute read, we look at helpful new advice for landlords dealing with cases of rent arrears.At the beginning of the pandemic, many predicted Covid-19 would have a disastrous impact on the private rental sector. But...

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How landlords in Launceston can escape the red tape jungle

How landlords in Launceston can escape the red tape jungle

In this three-minute read, we look at the legal responsibilities of landlords in Launceston – and reveal why it pays to let the experts handle the red tape.Some people say being a landlord is easy. These people are...

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What Else Does 2020 Have in Store for Landlords In Launceston?

What Else Does 2020 Have in Store for Landlords In Launceston?

In this three-minute read, we look at what lies ahead for landlords in 2020.If you had to sum up 2020 in one word (without using “unprecedented” because it has been overused) what would it be? Weird? Abnormal? Or what about...

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Why It’s Time for Landlords in Launceston to Call for Support

Why It’s Time for Landlords in Launceston to Call for Support

In this four-minute read, we look at the eviction ban extension and explain why now, more than ever, landlords need a property partner who has their back.Whether you’re a veteran landlord with years of experience, or a rookie...

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Tips for landlords in Launceston as new electrical testing rules kick in

Tips for landlords in Launceston as new electrical testing rules kick in

In this four-minute read, we look at the strict new regulations on electrical inspections that come into effect next month.As if landlords don’t have enough to contend with, new rules on Electrical Inspection Condition Reports...

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The Google secrets of private renters and what they mean for landlords

The Google secrets of private renters and what they mean for landlords

In this three-minute read, we discover what internet searches can tell landlords about the rental market in Launceston.If you’re wondering about the current mood of the lettings market in Launceston, then the results of a recent...

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Launceston Landlords - An Important Update on Tenant Fees

Launceston Landlords - An Important Update on Tenant Fees

A 1 minute read to help landlords get things right.It’s worth noting the law has just changed on this. A year ago, the English Government introduced a ban on tenant fees on all new tenancies. As part of this legislation, a...

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How we’re helping landlords in Launceston save money and their sanity

How we’re helping landlords in Launceston save money and their sanity

In this four-minute read, we look at what’s on the horizon for the lettings market in Launceston now that lockdown restrictions are easing AND why it pays to use an experienced letting agent.With the property market getting back...

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Landlords in Launceston urged to get ready for a rental rush

Landlords in Launceston urged to get ready for a rental rush

In this three-minute read, we look at the high levels of activity expected to return to the lettings market in Launceston and the extra hygiene and social distancing measure we’re putting in place to keep everybody safe.Last...

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Breaking News – The property market in Launceston is back in business

Breaking News – The property market in Launceston is back in business

A 1-minute read. According to the BBC, restrictions around property viewings and transactions are to be lifted today.At 19.30 yesterday evening the BBC published an article stating that the Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick is...

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A Covid-19 update for landlords in Launceston

A Covid-19 update for landlords in Launceston

In this 90-second read, we give you an update on what the Government’s report issued today means to people thinking of letting in Launceston.The UK Government’s plan to steer the four nations through the Covid-19 storm was...

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How Landlords in Launceston can reduce the risks of tenancy disputes

How Landlords in Launceston can reduce the risks of tenancy disputes

In this three-minute read, we look at ways, landlords can reduce the risk of tenancy disputes now, and when lockdown ends.There’s plenty of talk in the news about the possibility of the lockdown being eased across some...

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How we’re helping landlords and tenants in Launceston

How we’re helping landlords and tenants in Launceston

In this two-minute read, we look at how many landlords have realised the benefits of using a letting agency during the Coronavirus outbreak.The last few weeks have been testing for all of us.Every aspect of our lives has been...

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