Basics for managing a rental property
Before investing in buy-to-let rental property, it's important to understand the obligations placed upon you as a Private Landlord before,...
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Durham Selective Licencing
Durham recently held a consultation with the public regarding bringing in Selective Licencing of private rented homes in some areas...
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Why Landlords should use a letting agent
We understand Landlords can save money upfront by not employing a Letting Agent but there are many more reasons why, skimping on...
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Capped tenancy deposits
There is concern in the sector that the Governments decision to enforce a capped tenancy deposit rules to no more...
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Why choose PIIM Property Management?
Bespoke Property Management PIIM Property Inventory Inspections & Management provides a bespoke professional property management service for local private Landlords...
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Rental property maintenance or negligence
The Landlord must ensure rental property maintenance is carried out and the property is safe and free of hazards. From...
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Legionella Risk Assessment
Regulation under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and control of substances hazardous to health regulations 2002 were...
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Landlord deposit claim
Why do Landlords claim from a tenant's deposit? There are many reasons for a Landlord Deposit claim at the end...
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Property Management reports
Do I really need a property inventory? Its should be a fair assumption to believe everything is all good with...
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Tenancy deposit dispute
Types of deposit scheme available For Assured Shorthold Tenancies rentals, a Landlord must put the deposit paid into a Government...
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Electrical safety on rental property
Electrical safety on rental property is mandatory. Five year EICR Electrical Inspection, on all fixed appliances and wiring will become...
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Spring clean your property portfolio
This time of year is perfect for checking your property portfolio, ensuring everything is legal and start planning to deal...
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Inventory Management of your rental property
What is a Property Inventory? Inventory Management of your rental property should be both independent and unbiased and cover both...
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Carry out a property inspection or use a property inspector
The right to inspect properties A cause of tension between landlords and tenants can be the misunderstanding of the landlord’s...
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Property inventory clerk
Why use an inventory clerk? Using a professional inventory clerk can help protect the tenant’s deposit and the landlord’s property....
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Right to Rent
When did the law change with Right to Rent? From 1st February 2016, it became a legal requirement for landlords...
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Property Inspection and Check-Out Report
What happens at a property check-out? The property inspection and check-out report can be prepared by our professional team to...
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Housing Health & Safety Rating System on rental properties
What is HHSRS? The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 ensures that landlords maintain their rental properties to be...
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Smoke Alarm Inspection
Safety regulations in rental properties New regulations were introduced in October 2015 for the private rented sector which requires every...
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Protecting your property investment
Dealing with property voids With all best interests, void periods do happen and most landlords and letting agents will find...
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What our Blog covers
In our Property Blog, we cover the latest news and trends in the property sector and offer advice.
Property Management and advice
We provide advice for private landlords and renters, we inform you about legislation, educate on licencing and property management, and give an insight into how we deal with properties including contractors..