Posts Tagged ‘tips’
Tips for first-time landlords looking for property investments
Posted on 09/03/2012
Individuals looking to become landlords have been advised to research local economies and tenant demand when selecting where to invest. David Lawrenson, private rented sector expert at LettingFocus.com, explained how it is important to avoid areas of oversupply. “It is less of an issue now, but it was more of an issue in the past …
How to find a Good Landlord
Posted on 05/03/2012
The National Landlords Association (NLA) has compiled a list of the top things a tenant should look for when they are searching for the ideal landlord. A survey by the NLA found 96 per cent of landlords have good relations with their tenants. But there are a number of things tenants can look out for …
New website launches for unmodernised properties
Posted on 22/11/2011
A new website listing unmodernised properties has launched, offering agents a free trial. As well as a search function – although it currently seems to have relatively few listings – it has news and features for those interested in unmodernised property, including an ‘Ask the Experts’ section, information on upcoming auctions and investment calculators. The …
Seller top tips – Stack the odds of selling in your favour
Posted on 02/09/2011
Rightmove recently introduced a sellers advice page giving sellers the opportunity to share their selling stories and tips with each other. Since its launch a month ago, 170,000 current and potential sellers have flocked to the sellers advice page. In an uncertain market where 70% of homes brought to market in the first half of …
Beware of the ‘Accidental’ Letting Agent says Teresa Galley
Posted on 18/08/2011
The last year can only be described as positive for property investors and buy to let landlords. With the availability of finance in short supply leading to a fall in house prices, many landlords and property investors that Galley Properties speak to, are increasing the size of their portfolios. If they haven’t bought more property …
Top Tips for Buy to Let Properties
Posted on 06/05/2011
If you are looking at buying, or already own a buy to let property, then there are many things to consider. Purchasing a house and finding a tenant are not the only issues, there are other matters to be taken into consideration when letting a property; such as the kinds of specific insurance your property …
