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What is a Section 8 notice and how should one be used?
by Josh Hall
A Section 8 notice is one of the most important ‘last resort’ options available to landlords. While the vast majority of tenants pay promptly and leave the property in the condition in which they found it, some are less pleasant to do business with. As a landlord it is vital that you are aware of your rights and responsibilities when it comes to dealing with tenants of this sort.
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Lettings agents - do landlords really need them?
by Josh Hall
The estate and lettings agent sector has been under the spotlight in recent months. The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has recently concluded an investigation into some of the practices of these firms, and many are unhappy with its findings.
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6 things to consider when purchasing a buy-to-let property
by Josh Hall
Choosing the right property to buy is one of your most important tasks as a buy-to-let investor or professional landlord. A poor choice of property can land you with large void periods and insufficient rental income – but the right decision can help to guarantee success in the buy-to-let market.
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How to keep buy-to-let records for your tax return
by Josh Hall
Landlords, like any other business owners, have a number of important record keeping obligations. These help you to give the correct information on your tax return and save money at the same time.
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What is a Section 8 notice and how should one be used?
by Josh Hall
A Section 8 notice is one of the most important ‘last resort’ options available to landlords. While the vast majority of tenants pay promptly and leave the property in the condition in which they found it, some are less pleasant to do business with. As a landlord it is vital that you are aware of your rights and responsibilities when it comes to dealing with tenants of this sort.
Latest news
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