We appreciate landlords have a lot to consider these days, but there are fundamental issues which will always be important. You must aim to keep tenants happy, and you must provide tenants with a safe rental environment. Legislation such as the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act provides guidelines for landlords to follow. There is also the mechan...
It is true to say the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the rental market. Landlords and tenants face significant challenges, and there is a need for all parties to work together, and sensibly, at these times. At Bluestone Properties, we are on hand to support landlords in South London. If you require any help or guidance, we can assist you....
Help to Buy Scheme is offered by the government to help the first time home buyers get a home with just as little as 5% deposit. How does Help Buy Scheme work? This scheme backed by the government offers an equity loan where the first-time buyers and existing homeowners can borrow from the government to buy a newly-built home. Under this scheme,...
On 20 March 2019, a new law, Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 came into force to ensure that the rented houses and flats are fit for human habitation. This means that the houses and flats should be safe, healthy, and free from things that could cause serious harm to the tenants. This law makes the landlords responsible for most repairs and...
A discounting war is in full swing in the private rents in some parts of London as tenants quit the capital, due to the number of international students tumbles and companies put relocation plan on hold.Landlords try to fill the properties or keep their existing tenants by slashing rents. The average rents in London are perhaps down by 4% compared last year...
Every landlord would want to make their tenants happy and satisfied. A happy and satisfied tenant tends to stay longer in the property. However, it does not mean that the tenants want to be in a property where most of the time they have to deal with the landlord. Most tenants prefer to rent a house or a flat with a property manager. Here are the 6 reaso...
Repair and maintenance are essential for landlords, offering short and long-term benefits in running a rental accommodation and pleasing tenants. However, landlords also need to consider making improvements to a rental property before they let it to tenants. Whether you are new to the letting industry or you are between tenants, there are property renov...
All landlords should be looking to increase the income they recent from rental property, but it is important to be realistic when setting the monthly rental fee. Setting too high a fee might make the rental property unpalatable for many people, lowering demand, and increasing the likelihood of void periods. Therefore, landlords need to consider extra in...
There are many factors involved in a landlord achieving success in their industry, but the standard of tenant is crucial. With a trustworthy and dependable tenant who pays on time and who treats the property with respect, the role of the landlord becomes much more manageable. However, if your tenant doesn’t pay on time or treats the property poorl...
Landlords have a lot to deal with regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, but it is important to not overlook other parts of the business. There is a lot of regulations landlords must comply with, and this includes new regulations. At Bluestone Properties, we aim to provide support and guidance for all local landlords, and it is important you comply with the n...
There is no denying the letting industry is hugely adaptable. The sector has faced many problems over the years, and while there have been peaks and troughs, the industry has always made progress. On many occasions, new and emerging technology has driven progress in the industry, and this is the case in 2020. Dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic has been...
There is a lot of information for landlords on how to maximise their cash flow and on how to generate additional income. At Bluestone Properties, we are more than happy to provide you with assistance in this area. However, landlords need to consider the importance of cash flow management too. Even if you are bringing in more money, if you aren’t m...
Don’t let showers rain on your parade. Make a grey day brighter by exploring the capital with no fear of getting caught in a downpour. These are the outings to save for a rainy or snowy day: Draughts Board Game Café While away the hours indoors by getting down to the ultimate rainy-day activity: a board game. At Draughts there are more than 50...
If you’re new to the buy-to-let market, one of your first questions will likely be whether you shouldself-manage your property or get a letting agent to deal with your tenants and any issues that popup during their tenancy. There are several pros and cons for each option and what’s right for youdepends on your personality, how much time you have...
The property market is a fickle mistress with trends being bucked positively and negatively depending on location. It is hard to know what is around the corner with no crystal ball, but no matter what, the show must go on! There are always tenants looking for property and sometimes in a saturated market we need to make a property stand out to be let qui...
