
How to work out the rental yield of your property
by Annabelle ClitherowBeing able to calculate the rental yield of a property is vital for investors and landlords, as it helps you identify a property's profitability. Rental yield, put simply, is the return on investment you might anticipate from a...

How to Prepare for Tenant Turnover
by Annabelle ClitherowBeing ready for tenant turnover is one of the most important components of maintaining a rental property as a landlord. Landlords must react quickly to prepare the property for the next tenant once a tenant vacates. You can reduce...

How to help children cope with the emotions and challenges associated with movin
by Annabelle ClitherowChildren can benefit from moving to a new home, especially if the transfer is motivated by a good change, such as better employment, a safer neighbourhood, or an improvement in living conditions. They might be delighted to have a...

How to give your rental property a Spring MOT
by Annabelle ClitherowA springtime property MOT will enable you to tackle any issues while the weather is favourable and before the peak season for hiring plumbers, builders, and other contractors. The harsh winter months can often cause small...

7 things landlords must do
by Annabelle ClitherowBeing a landlord in the UK can be both financially rewarding and personally fulfilling. It does, however, come with a special set of unique challenges and responsibilities. It is your responsibility to ensure that your rental...

The best thing landlords can do
by Annabelle ClitherowThe rising cost of living is squeezing everyone’s budgets, which means it is more important than ever for landlords to do everything they can to try to ensure that they help their tenants manage their energy use and reduce their...

How to pack and move home like a pro
by Annabelle ClitherowMoving home is one of the most stressful things you can do, and packing to move is the cause of a large proportion of that stress. But there are things you can do to mitigate that. Follow these simple steps to help make your...

Do I need an EPC?
by Annabelle ClitherowEveryone who is advertising their residential property for rent in the UK is required by law to commission an EPC. In Scotland, it is required that the EPC be displayed in the property, usually in the meter cupboard or next to the...

How can you help your tenants with the cost of living crisis?
by Annabelle ClitherowThe rising cost of living has affected everyone. It is always in a landlord’s interest to help their tenants, wherever possible, be happy and content in their home. Happy tenants become long-term tenants, which reduces rental...

Spring cleaning tips for a sparkling home
by Annabelle ClitherowSpring is in the air and many of us will be considering doing a spot of Spring cleaning to get our homes ready for Summer. A deep clean can help us to remove allergens from our homes that usually get missed during regular cleans....