Protecting the landlord is not the opposite of helping the tenant; it is the essential first step. When landlords are comprehensively protected against financial risks, they no longer need to become amateur risk analysts. Instead, they can focus on what they do best: providing homes.

The UK's private rental sector has become increasingly complex. This comprehensive guide takes you through every compliance requirement from pre-tenancy preparations to end-of-tenancy procedures. Learn how to protect your rental business with a systematic approach to safety certificates, licensing, tenant vetting, and ongoing obligations. The days of casual landlording are over - discover how to build a professional, compliant rental business.

Understanding Capital Gains Tax helps you plan property sales strategically and ensure you're claiming all available reliefs. The distinction between revenue repairs and capital improvements has long-term value for your property investment strategy and eventual CGT liability.

Effective tax planning involves more than just claiming expenses – it requires a strategic approach to how your property business is structured and managed. Several areas offer genuine opportunities for optimization that can make meaningful differences to long-term profitability.

Section 24 fundamentally changes your tax calculation by increasing your declared taxable income figure, even when your actual cash profit stays the same. Understanding how these mortgage interest restrictions work is crucial for maintaining profitable property investments.

One of the most direct ways to reduce your taxable rental profit is by claiming all legitimate allowable expenses. Many landlords inadvertently leave money on the table by overlooking smaller expenses or misunderstanding what qualifies for deduction.

Getting your tax fundamentals right creates a solid foundation for everything else. Understanding when you need to report rental income, managing key deadlines, and preparing for Making Tax Digital requirements ensures both HMRC compliance and strategic business advantage.

Here is a detailed 21 step guide to renting a home. It covers everything from advertising to handing over keys. Plus get some pro-tips on compliance and best practices. 

Your complete guide to the UK Renters' Rights Bill (Updated April 2025). Understand the Section 21 ban, new eviction rules, pet inclusion, rent increases, tenant rights & what it means for you.

With the cost-of-living crisis looming, inflation increasing costs, tenants moving more often and the residual trauma of the eviction moratorium, it’s clear why landlords are more eager than ever to seek guaranteed rent. In this article, we explore each option, including which route is the most beneficial to both landlords and tenants, and evaluate their position in the future rental landscape.

What makes a great tenant? Is it the type of job they have, their household make up, or could it be their credit history?

What exactly are the characteristics that make up great tenants? Husmus has spent the past year finding out and the results just may surprise you.

What makes a great tenant? Is it the type of job they have, their household make up, or could it be their credit history?

What exactly are the characteristics that make up great tenants? Husmus has spent the past year finding out and the results just may surprise you.

As a landlord, if you haven't been asked already, one day either a current or prospective tenant will ask whether or not pets are allowed. It can be daunting. By being prepared before you allow pets into your property, you will have less chance of problems down the track. Let’s discuss how

One of the easiest ways to boost your tenant search success rate is to invest in high quality, eye-catching photography. Great property photos make tenants imagine living in a property and gives them an idea how your property can help them achieve their chosen lifestyle. Simply put, property photography is a great demand generator. Let’s discuss how to go about doing this.