Here we’ll explain everything you need to know about Deposit Promise. You’ll discover how it works, plus the BIG benefits it provides for landlords and tenants alike.
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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.
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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.
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Tenant referencing is tricky especially for DIY landlords. Husmus have a free tool to help you navigate the space. Read on to find out how you can get genuine tenant references for free.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Your choice of tenants is easily the most critical decision you make as a landlord. Choosing the right tenants for your investment property will make your job easier. Let’s discuss why you should not base this critical information on a credit check.
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The Chancellor of the Exchequer, recently announced a new stamp duty tax break. The move is intended to revitalise the property market which has been consistently declining since the beginning of the pandemic.
In this article we discuss who the winners and losers are.
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Private landlords need to keep their finger on the pulse of what tenants want. We discuss the mutual benefits of long term tenants, why tenants leave and what you can do to attract long term tenants.
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The pandemic's impact can be felt across the board. Over 2 million people have become unemployed in the UK since the pandemic started. The media has covered a lot of the effects of Covid-19 on tenant income and calls have been made to give tenants rent holidays. So, should tenants continue to pay rent?
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A summary of government guidance and industry trends for landlords during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak. This includes the latest on evictions, right to rent, repairs and energy efficiency standards
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Businesses all over the world are being affected by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Unfortunately, housing is not immune. Here is our 7 step action plan to survive.
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This guide will take you through what you need to know about Right to Rent checks. It includes what they are, how to perform them and what they mean for landlords and tenants.
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In this article we discuss what tenant referencing is, why it is important, how long it will take and the different ways to obtain references including instructions on how to do it yourself.
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Here’s a reminder of landlord obligations
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On June 1, 2019, the tenancy fee ban came into effect in England. It states that landlords and letting agents can no longer impose fees or payments, such as admin and referencing fees or insurance, in order for tenants to enter into tenancy agreements. So, what is still chargeable?
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