The Leslie & Co blog

As the clock struck midnight last night (May 1st), the first phase of the long-awaited Renter’s Rights Act came into force. It presents many challenges for landlords, but here we’ll focus on the positive side. The Renters’...

This time last year, it looked like the bank rate, and so the cost of mortgages, was on the fast train back to cheap money lending. But first, the inflation rate, a key factor when setting the bank rate, decided it wasn’t going...

Last week, we shared five key questions every seller should ask before choosing an estate agent. If you missed it, it covers the foundations of selling success; this week builds on them. We’re continuing with five more questions...

Last week, we covered five key questions to ask a letting agent. This week, five more. Each one is just as important. 6) How often will I hear from you? You shouldn’t have to chase for updates or wonder what’s happening with...

We’re proud members of the Ethical Agent Network, but you are probably wondering what that actually means. The EAN is a national network of independent estate and letting agents who are assessed against a strict set of...

Choosing an estate agent isn’t just about who gives you the highest valuation or the lowest fee. It’s about who you trust to guide one of the most important financial decisions you’ll make. Too often, sellers choose based on...

Choosing a letting agent isn’t just about finding a tenant quickly. It’s about protecting your investment, staying compliant with ever-changing legislation, and avoiding mistakes that can prove costly over time. Many landlords...

Are you nesting or investing? It is something you should ask yourself when house hunting. Here’s what it means, and why the time may be right to find your perfect nest. Let’s go. Most buyers fall into one of two groups....

As ethical agents, we believe that the more information you have, the better. In this article, we’ll demystify Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and look at how they can affect a home’s value. What exactly is an EPC?...

Most landlords begin with an optimistic view of how a tenancy will play out. You find a good tenant, the rent comes in each month, and everything runs smoothly. And to be fair, that does usually happen. But experienced landlords...