Buy to let commercial properties will “remain resilient” in the long-term, despite the current economic climate, according to one industry expert.
Hans Vrensen, global head of research at DTZ, said the capital values of commercial properties will be very resilient. Read more…
One of the main items a landlord must have when taking on tenants is insurance, and one expert has encouraged those letting out a property to ensure they are fully covered.
David Lawrenson, private rented sector expert at LettingFocus.com, said that landlord insurance is very important. Read more…
The summer Olympics in London is expected to bring hundreds of thousands of people to the capital, with all visitors needing to find accommodation while they are watching the event.
While it may seem like an ideal opportunity for landlords to capitalise, Michael Banks, commercial director at Upad, believes it would be “foolish” to focus on high-rate short-term lets. Read more…
Government ministers are considering the introduction of a charter of requirements for all landlords and tenants in the private rental sector.
Communities minister Grant Shapps was asked about the possibility of creating one document that improves safety and security for tenants by Liberal Democrat Adrian Sanders. Read more…
The recent announcement of a double dip recession is unlikely to put off further investment in London property, according to one property expert.
Liam Bailey, head of residential research at Knight Frank, said many people are considering investing in the rental market in the UK as a long-term prospect. Read more…
Those looking to invest in a buy-to-let property and become a landlord are benefitting from a very competitive mortgage market.
Figures published by the Landlord Centre, revealed that the cost of buy-to-let mortgage finance has remained very stable in the first three months of the year. Read more…
The rise of the accidental landlord has led to a vacuum of knowledge about the property rental sector, according to an expert from George Ellis Property Services.
Marie Parris, managing director of the firm, explained that many are people are being left properties in wills and have no idea how to go about renting it out or the regulations they must adhere to. Read more…
