Tenant been in house 10 years but no agreement!??
Hi all, i am looking to buy a house in auction,the tenant has been in the house 10 years,and it sold in auction in May, with no tenancy, its is now going back in auction. When it sold 1st time round,...
View ArticleTenancy notice which document to use
Hi, I am looking for a little advice. I have tenants with an AST ending on 24th Feb. The tenancy agreement provides for two months notice. My question is that as the notice period will cross the AST...
View ArticleS21 Served - Tenants Asking to Stay
Hi Served S21 which expires mid-February. I contacted the tenants to ask if they have managed to find another property yet and they are now requesting to stay. I've said 'no'. I've also asked to do a...
View ArticleWhat can I afford?
Hi, New member looking for advice please! I currently have a property with a value of approx. £325K and a mortgage against it of £167K. I would like to use equity in this property for a deposit to buy...
View ArticleSelling freehold
Hi i own the freehold on two flats on the outskirts of Reading that I am looking to sell,tenants were offered leases informally in dec last year and again by registered post at the start of january....
View ArticleHelp needed please..
Hi all any advice / help would be greatfully received. My tenant was issued a section 8 & 21 notice by my local council in Middlesbrough, due to noise complaints and regular issues at my property...
View ArticleGreen Deal experiences
The Green Deal is the governments new initiative to help us tackle the improvements needed to our draughty housing stock. The eligible improvements range from insulation measures to solar panels, and...
View ArticleLate Rent and a slippery tenant
Hi there I have rented out properties for some time but have never had a problem until now... On November 20th 2012 a tenant (family) moved into the property. They paid £1350:00 rent and £1450 Bond in...
View ArticleTracing a tenant
What is the most cost effective way of tracing a tenant, they vacated over a year ago?
View ArticleLodger and boyfriends...
Hi all, justwondering if anyone has previous experience of a similar situation and could help? I am starting the process of renting out my spare room to a lodger and want to make sure I do everything...
View ArticleLetting agent in Scotland did not inform me of damage in timely manner
Hi all, I have a property in Scotland which was damaged in summer. The chimney pot blew off and cracked a few tiles. This damage was not reported to me until December when the tenant reported a leaky...
View ArticleExpenses Deductible on Overseas Property?
I went overseas (not EU) to search for an investment property. Found one, made an offer, came home and then the deal fell through. Am I able to claim the expenses (airfare, taxis, accommodation, etc)...
View ArticleChild Asthma rates plummet with Smoke Free Zones
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-21067532 Now we just need get the militant smokerists to wear helmets and fug up themselves and not everyone else in close proximity.:(punch): It's so nice to go out to...
View ArticleDamp and Condensation - ADVICE!!
Hello, I currently renting a property that i have been in since early May it is a 1 bedroom flat in an old building. There has been an ongoing problem which i am now unsure of where i stand as a tenant...
View Articlesection 21 question for westminister
Im hoping the experienced members like westminister can help. I purchased a property and within a week i had a tenant who wanted to moved in (friend of friend) The tenant signed a 6 months ast for £500...
View ArticleFirst buy to let- advise please
Hi, to anyone who can help me out here. I am completely new to this game, I have found a cheap to buy flat, but with relatively high charges: Almost new conversion, 1 bed flat in a very good location...
View ArticleGlass Safety Requirements
The interior door of my rented property was one large piece of glass (non safety) with two full length panels either side aswel. The door glass was smashed in a very serious accident. What are the...
View ArticleTwo rent increases in six months
Been in a lovely place since 2011, let through an agency that I get on well with. Signed a tenancy Agreement for 1 year, then another for the next year. In August I got a letter about a rent increase...
View ArticleElectric meters (pound coin one)
are there any rules on settings?? im wondering if im being over charged, on average im putting in 2-5 a day, ive just had the meter changed and seem to be putting more in, so is there rules on unit...
View ArticleFirst time landlord - general tax questions
I am looking for a little bit of advice that will point me in the right direction with regard to self-assessment and tax declaration. I guarantee that any help and advice I receive will be greatly...
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