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2 months ago | 
nrla.org.uk | Allison Thompson
Successful property investment hinges on understanding market dynamics and identifying areas with strong economic growth. Here's a streamlined overview of what to consider in 2025. 1. Key factors for profitable investment Local economy: A robust economy supports demand, price increases, and rental growth.
"Instant Equity" opportunities: Seek properties below market value for immediate returns, though these opportunities may be rare.
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Jan 20, 2025 | 
nrla.org.uk | Allison Thompson
If you're considering growing your buy-to-let portfolio in 2025, understanding changes in the market and regulatory landscape is essential. Here’s a concise overview of what’s coming: 1. The Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) Expected to pass in 2025, the RRB will reshape the rental market.
Abolishment of Section 21: Tenancies will shift to periodic agreements.
Ombudsman and Register: Landlords must register and join an ombudsman scheme.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
landlordtoday.co.uk | Allison Thompson
Student properties are no different in term of quality and facilities than any other type of private rental. And although landlords may have to spend a fair amount on setting up and properly maintaining student lets, they can also charge a good market rent. To help you decide whether letting to students might be worthwhile for you, here are some of the main things to know:5 key benefits of letting to studentsDemand is high.
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Nov 15, 2024 | 
propertyreporter.co.uk | Allison Thompson
"If you have three or more students sharing the property, it is classed as an HMO, and if there are five or more, then it is a ‘large HMO’"- Allison Thompson - LRG
Student properties are no different in terms of quality and facilities than any other type of private rental. And although landlords may have to spend a fair amount on setting up and properly maintaining student lets, they can also charge good market rent.
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Jul 19, 2024 | 
landlordtoday.co.uk | Allison Thompson
In a survey conducted just before the General Election by Leaders Romans Group, 60% of tenants and landlords believe a reduction in taxation for landlords along with cutting stamp duty for home purchases would be the most effective policies in the first 100 days of Labour’s term of office.
This points to an awareness that increased taxation on landlords results in higher rents for tenants and that tenants are keen to move away from renting and buy their own homes.
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Jun 7, 2024 | 
landlordtoday.co.uk | Allison Thompson
Fiscal reform for the private rented sector
We’ve already seen some landlords leaving the private rented sector because of substantially increased taxes. To compensate for the losses incurred through additional regulation and interest rates rises, taxation must be addressed as a matter of urgency. Property lets are the only businesses in the UK which do not have taxes off-set: the playing field must be levelled.
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Feb 16, 2024 | 
agweek.com | Allison Thompson
Are the lows printed? That’s the million dollar question — literally. With new lows printed across all three grains this past week, it is difficult to not be doom and gloom. However, money flow remains key. Remember, the funds' only agenda is to make money by following the trend. This is why we watch the weekly commitment of traders' reports. While the numbers are a few days behind, they are real and we have to use that to our advantage.
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Jan 26, 2024 | 
landlordtoday.co.uk | Allison Thompson
Damp and mould are two of the most common issues in rented properties, with surface mould caused by condensation one of the main problems.
When a property is not ventilated properly, excess moisture in the air can’t escape and it will settle on cooler surfaces.
If it’s not wiped away, mildew (small grey/black dots) will start to form and in extreme cases this can develop into a more serious mould problem and spread, damaging both the fabric of the property and its contents.
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Jan 22, 2024 | 
btlinsider.co.uk | Allison Thompson
. The new guidance makes it clear that tenants should not be blamed, stating that damp and mould in the home are not the result of ‘lifestyle choices’, and it is the responsibility of landlords to identify and address the underlying causes of the problem. It also says that landlords must treat cases of damp and mould with the utmost seriousness and act promptly to protect their tenants’ health.
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Jan 22, 2024 | 
propertyreporter.co.uk | Allison Thompson
Damp and mould are two of the most common issues in rented properties, with surface mould caused by condensation as one of the main problems. When a property is not ventilated properly, excess moisture in the air can’t escape and it will settle on cooler surfaces. If it’s not wiped away, mildew (small grey/black dots) will start to form and in extreme cases this can develop into a more serious mould problem and spread, damaging both the fabric of the property and its contents.
