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Stories About Letting
Time to regulate residential property, says RICS
Letting agents are top target in campaign for reform of a system RICS say fails to protect consumers and is confusing for business.
Ombudsman calls for action on rogue letting agents
Independent dispute resolution service sees 26 per cent rise in complaints but one in four agents not registered.
Landlords warned to be realistic on rents
Rents in London now unsustainable for tenants while rents in much of rest of UK still lower than in 2008, say letting agents.
Rents fall at top end of London market
Small fall at end of 2011 set to be followed by further falls in the Spring, says Cluttons.
Call to end rip-offs by unregulated letting agents
Tenants face huge variations in charges and upfront payments, says Resolution Foundation.
Review: guidance seminar for buy-to-let investors
From buying to evicting, becoming a successful landlord is complex. We check out a seminar that guides investors through the process.
Warning: smoking can seriously damage your wealth
Research shows buyers and renters think twice about moving into property previously occupied by smokers.
Internet more important to students than location
Despite a reputation for prioritising partying over living conditions, modern students are as demanding as any other tenant.
New site launches for private tenancy agreements
A new site has launched claiming to be the “legally watertight” way for landlords and tenants to enter a private arrangement.
OFT warns lettings industry about renewal terms
The OFT is concerned that some landlords and letting agents remain unaware of the implications of a High Court ruling against Foxtons.
Q&A: How do I rent out my Spanish property legally?
The Spanish authorities have announced a crackdown on illegal holiday lets this summer. Here's how to let your holiday home legally.
Beginners' guide to buy-to-let investment
Considering purchasing a buy-to-let property? Our comprehensive guide tells you everything you'll need to know before taking the plunge.
Declare your Wimbledon rental income, agents warn
Tax inspectors could be making unexpected visits to those renting out their homes during Wimbledon, Knight Frank has said.
Landlords failing to take advantage of tax breaks
Landlords are failing to take advantage of tax breaks open to them, according to new research issued today.
Landlords happy but not respected by public
A recent survey has revealed landlords are financially well-off but feel that their profession is not held in high regard by others.
Rent increase in Belfast may only be short-term
Rents in the Northern Irish capital are up 4.2 per cent on last year – but with legislative changes due in October, this may not last.
Student accommodation is best investment option
Gap between supply and demand drives up rents and investment returns for university bed spaces.
Energy Bill will end "draughty" rental properties
The British Property Federation has welcomed the news, but is sceptical about why the rules will only apply to the rental sector.
Make your garden a campsite during the Olympics
Live in or near London? Rent out your garden to campers during the Olympics and make easy money. Here’s how.
Average void period in rental properties decreases
In today's hectic rental market, landlords have an average of just 19 days to get their properties ready for new tenants.
Stamp duty reform 'a boost for portfolios'
Property professionals say the reforms to stamp duty could help landlords to invest in more rental properties.
How to dress and furnish a rental property
We explain the best way to present a rental property when marketing it - and how much furniture to include once the tenancy commences.
Rental properties only cater for 12% of applicants
Demand is outstripping supply to an extreme extent - and landlords are failing to take advantage, reports a national lettings group.
What will the Olympics mean for London property?
AboutProperty reports from a seminar aimed at explaining the relationship between the Games and the London property market.
Thousands of holiday home owners plan to sell up
Almost 60 per cent of Brits with eurozone properties consider selling up as overseas markets become "intolerable".
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