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The Role of Credit Checks in Renting

This article explores what to expect from landlord credit checks before renting and how tenants can prepare for this step in the rental process.

The Hard Questions You Should Be Asking at House Viewings

This article explores the hard questions to ask when viewing a house, covering areas such as property history, reason for sale, legal matters and more.

Can You Get a Mortgage with a County Court Judgement?

This article explores what a County Court Judgement is and how it is likely to affect your ability to get a mortgage with bad credit.

The HMO Market: Size, Trends and Risks

HMOs can deliver higher gross yields than standard lets, but licensing, safety requirements and sometimes planning permission are non-negotiable.

Second-Charge Mortgages for BTL Landlords

Types of UK Property - An Investor Guide

This article explores the common UK property types investors will find on the market, and what to expect from each if considering purchase.

The Renters’ Rights Bill and What Landlords Should Know

This article explains what the Renters' Rights Bill entails, including the abolition of Section 21 no-fault evictions and move to rolling tenancies.

The Mortgage ABC: Key Mortgage Terms and Definitions

This article provides a glossary of key mortgage terms every homebuyer and owner should be familiar with when beginning the borrowing process.

Green Homes Pay Off: Tenants Favour Sustainable Rentals

This article explores how tenants are increasingly preferring green rental properties, explaining what this shift means and how landlords can adapt.

Does Home Insurance Cover Acts of God?

This article explores whether acts of God are covered by home insurance policies, defining the term and exploring how modern insurance covers such events.

Can You Repay Your Lifetime Mortgage Early?

This article explores the feasibility of repaying a lifetime mortgage early, including considering its pros and cons, and alternative solution

What Is the Loan-to-Value Ratio and Why It Matters

A practical guide to understanding Loan-to-Value (LTV), including how to calculate it and how 9it affects mortgage approvals, rates and refinancing.

Is a House Extension Worth the Trouble?

This article explores the benefits and drawbacks of house extensions. It considers costs, types of extension and their potential impact on property value.

An introduction to Unoccupied Home Insurance

This article provides an introduction to unoccupied home insurance, including when you need it, what it covers and what conditions may apply.

How Article 4 Directions Are Shaping the Future of HMOs

This article examines what Article 4 directions are, their impact on HMO housing and what the future may potentially hold for HMO landlords.