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Spring: A Time for Revamping and Renewing Homes with Parkgate Estate Agents
In a world where newness often takes the spotlight, refurbishing emerges as a celebration of the old, with transformative benefits for property owners and the environment. Whether you’re envisioning a complete makeover or simply enhancing your living space, refurbishing offers…
Winter-Proof Your Property: Expert Advice for Landlords and Property Owners/Occupiers to Ensure a Cosy and Energy-Efficient Winter
As winter approaches, landlords and property owners/occupiers should take steps to winter-proof their properties. The benefits of this include lower energy bills, increased property value, improved comfort, reduced environmental impact, and minimised risk of damage from extreme weather. Here, we…
The Ten Most In-Demand Features For UK Buyers and Renters
Are you looking for a new property? Knowing what features are in high demand is essential whether you’re buying or renting. To help you in your search, we have compiled a list of the top 10 most sought-after features for…
What are the rules for rental property landlords concerning Energy Performance Certificates (EPC), and how can you prepare for any potential changes?
Landlords in England and Wales might already be privy to the modifications suggested to raise the minimal Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating demanded for rental residences. But if you’re not, then in brief, to meet the country’s goal of Net…
Landlords these are the top five priorities London tenants want from your rental property
We’ve just won The British Property Award for Best Letting Agent in Richmond for 2023. Its the third year we’ve won. It has got us thinking about what makes us different as a lettings agent. The private rented sector has…
Richmond property price update – January 2022
With the uncertainty created by Covid-19 over the last two years, it became very clear, very quickly that homeowners were once again eager to get moving with their plans once the economy opened back up. Following a busy last half…
Top tips for first-time landlords
Becoming a landlord for the first time can be somewhat daunting, especially with the growing number of laws governing the private rented sector. As well as being aware of current legislation, you also need to think of the best ways…
What do landlords need to know about the Tenant Fees Act?
After first being announced in late 2016, the tenant fees ban – known officially as the Tenant Fees Act – is effective from June 1 2019. This means letting agents and landlords are no longer be able to charge upfront…
Is your letting agent compliant with the latest regulations?
When renting out your home through a letting agency, it’s important to work with a firm which takes its compliance responsibilities seriously. In recent years, government regulation of the private rental sector has increased significantly, meaning landlords – and letting…
Why landlords should partner with a good local letting agent
As a local estate agent which deals heavily in lettings, it won’t be a surprise to know that we fully encourage tenants to use an agent when they are trying to find a place to live. But it’s always good…
Landlords – what do you need to know about deposit deductions?
It’s common practice for landlords to protect their rental property by taking a deposit from the tenant and returning it once they move out. While the tenant is entitled to a full refund at the end of the tenancy, there…
Why a hotel-style bathroom will appeal to tenants
As a landlord, having a presentable, well-maintained property is crucial to keeping your tenants happy and willing to stay for the long-term. Because of this, you want to make sure that your home is suitably appealing to entice prospective tenants….
