Writings for Landlords
Let’s answer the question straight away. No, there is no legal obligation (at the moment) for private landlords to carry out PAT testing on electrical appliances in their properties. However, like many things what is compulsory and what is best practice is a little different.
Tenants throughout the country are thinking about taking time off during the summer months and this is something you as a landlord need to be aware of.
As a private landlord, there does seem to be an ever-increasing amount of red tape for you to cope with. And with red tape comes paperwork. The right to rent is a case in point. But, as much as it may be inconvenient, it is essential you comply with the right to rent rules. Here’s what you need to know.
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Andy Burnham addresses private landlords at the RLA’s Future Renting North Conference
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At some point as a homeowner, you may come to the conclusion that it would be wise to rent out your house. Maybe you are thinking of going travelling or are temporarily relocating for work. Perhaps you are trying to sell your home but are finding it impossible. Or you may be looking to buy another property but your current home is locked in negative equity.
The question posed in the title of this article is a little ambiguous. But, in theory, the answer is yes. You could let your property without a buy to let mortgage. But the reality is that if you are doing so you are highly likely to be committing mortgage fraud. Though probably unwittingly.
From this month (April 2018), if you’re a landlord with a mortgaged rental property, you need to be aware that you will now have to pay more on your rental income due to changes in mortgage interest relief changes. We explore what these changes could mean to you.
In theory, being a buy to let landlord is pretty straightforward. But is buy to let as easy as it looks?
