The Renters’ Rights Act: Let’s Bust 3 Common Myths
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on 13th Mar 2026 We totally get that the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act is a huge challenge for landlords. Here we’ll try to help as best we can by looking at some concerns you might have. And offer some thoughts on how to deal with any...
London Families: How to Navigate the Sale of a Loved One’s Home
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on 11th Mar 2026 Selling the property of a deceased relative is very different from an ordinary house sale. Alongside the practical steps, there is often grief, family discussion and the responsibility of making the right decisions for everyone...
London Landlords: 10 Steps to Start a Tenancy Smoothly
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on 9th Mar 2026 Welcoming new tenants into your property should feel like the beginning of a positive, professional relationship. The key to achieving that is preparation. When a property is properly prepared, it attracts better tenants, reduces...
How to Sell a Home That Won’t Sell: Tips for London Sellers
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on 6th Mar 2026 If your home has been on the market for a while and hasn’t sold, what can you do to get it sold? Here are our thoughts. Give it a refresh Be objective. Take a long, hard look at your home. A lack of kerb appeal, clutter, broken...
London Homeowners: 7 Smart Steps If You’re Switching Estate Agents
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on 4th Mar 2026 If your home has been on the market for a while without serious interest or offers, frustration is completely natural. The question many sellers start asking is simple: Should I change estate agents? Before making that decision,...
Thinking of Switching Letting Agents? Here’s How to Do It Properly
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on 2nd Mar 2026 Changing letting agents can feel like a big decision. But when handled properly, it’s usually far simpler than landlords expect. If you’re considering a move, here are seven sensible steps to follow. 1. Be clear on your...
What London Landlords Need to Know About Making Tax Digital
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on 27th Feb 2026 Making Tax Digital is a new way to file your accounts with HMRC. Landlords must start using it as soon as April this year (depending on your turnover). Here’s our pain-free guide to what you need to know and how to get ready....
National Estate Agent Day is Here (What It Means to Us)
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on 26th Feb 2026 Buy the party poppers, blow up the balloons, and put the champagne on ice. Because this Thursday, the 26th, is the first-ever National Estate Agent Day. Now, it might not rival your birthday. Or your wedding day. Or even your...
Room 101: Five Things That Instantly Put London Home Buyers Off
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on 25th Feb 2026 For anyone unfamiliar, Room 101 is from George Orwell's classic book, Nineteen Eighty-Four. The room was the place containing a person’s worst fears. It later became a well-known TV show, Room 101, where guests tried to banish...
London Landlords – Do you Tunnel (or Funnel) Vision?
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on 23rd Feb 2026 Landlords' focus on rent levels is understandable more than ever. Rents are rising, but (or maybe because) costs are increasing. It is no surprise that many landlords now focus heavily on achieving the highest possible figure....
