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Winter-proof your garden
Winter in the UK can be harsh on your garden, with cold temperatures, frost, and potentially heavy snowfall. However, with the right preparations and care, you can protect your garden from the winter elements and ensure it flourishes once spring …
Getting your property winter-ready
As the days grow shorter and seasonal storms begin to brew, it is a timely reminder that whether it’s the home you live in or a property you let to tenants, it is never too early to batten down the …
Plug-in solar panels for renters, house prices, lets and pets, and other UK property news
While the temperatures rose at the beginning of a long, hot summer, UK property news continued unabated. So, let’s take a closer look at some of those headlines that brought news for renters, property owners, pets, and an apparent exodus …
Understanding unoccupied property insurance: A quick reminder for property owners
Owning property is a significant investment – but what happens when that property stands empty? Whether you’re in the middle of renovations, waiting for tenants, or selling up, leaving a property unoccupied brings a unique set of risks. That’s where …
What are the latest EPC changes?
Landlords in the UK face a tough regulatory regime when it comes to letting their property, and one area in which regulation seems to grow ever more restrictive is the energy efficiency of dwellings in the private rented sector. Though …
What are your obligations as a landlord?
Letting out a property in the UK, whether on a long-term basis or as a furnished holiday let, comes with a wide range of responsibilities. These obligations cover legal, safety, financial and practical aspects, and apply whether you are a …
Who needs UK holiday let insurance?
For many people, the dream of owning a second home in a location of natural beauty or historic interest is an appealing one. Whether nestled along the coast, in a quaint market town, or surrounded by rolling countryside, these properties …
House price index, energy efficiency targets, mortgage rule changes, loans for first-time buyers
House prices, mortgage rule changes, activity by first-time buyers, or energy efficiency targets – they’re all property news items likely to be dear to your heart if you’re a homeowner or a buy to let landlord. Since these are also …
Coastal vs countryside: Where’s the best place to buy your UK holiday home?
If you’re thinking about buying a holiday home in the UK, whether as just as a second home for you and your family, or as somewhere to let, the chances are you’ve already asked yourself the big question: coast or …
Security tips for unoccupied holiday homes
According to the latest statistics, there are more than 71,000 holiday homes in England and Wales alone – representing an estimated combined value of more than £21 billion. Keeping those assets secure – especially since many will be unoccupied at …
