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Ways to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Old Buildings

Ways to Improve the Energy Efficiency of Old Buildings

Older homes are appealing to investors, buyers, and tenants due to their inherent rustic charm. One drawback of homes constructed before the year 2000 is that, barring major renovations, they will not be energy efficient enough to meet current codes. Houses that don’t make good use of energy are not only costly to maintain but […]

The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Ideal Buy-to-Let Property

The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Ideal Buy-to-Let Property

Investing in rental properties has the potential for significant financial gain, but it demands careful preparation and efficient management. Regardless of whether you’re an experienced landlord or just starting out, House Manage offers a wealth of free resources, tools, and guides to assist you in navigating the complexities of the buy-to-let market. In this blog, […]

What Are the Essential Skills for Effective Property Management?

What Are the Essential Skills for Effective Property Management?

Property management is a key skill for anyone who owns real estate, whether they are a homeowner trying to protect their investment or a landlord who is in charge of a number of rental properties. Effective property management is the key to keeping your rental properties in good shape, making sure you have a steady […]

What’s the Latest on CMA’s Guidance Review for the Lettings Sector?

What's the Latest on CMA's Guidance Review for the Lettings Sector

The CMA (Competitions Market Authority) will re-issue guidance after complaints about a sizable proportion of landlords and letting agents who are not complying with Consumer Protection Regulations, and then conduct investigations to check compliance and take enforcement action as necessary. House Manage contributed to the CMA’s Rented Housing Sector Consumer Research Project, which found that […]

Essential Documentation Needed for New Tenants

As a responsible landlord, it is imperative to have a thorough understanding of your responsibilities and ensure that tenants are furnished with essential documentation. These documents serve the dual purpose of providing evidence of the property’s safety for habitation and educating tenants about their rights and obligations. This article outlines the seven crucial documents that […]

How to Market Your Rental Property: 7 Tips for Property Managers

How to Market Your Rental Property 7 Tips for Property Managers

The marketing of rental properties can be a challenging endeavour for property managers, but it is absolutely necessary for the development of their businesses. The capacity to recruit and keep renters is critical for property managers, and successful marketing methods can help them do both. This can ultimately lead to higher profitability. In this blog, […]

How to Reduce The Wear and Tear of a Rental Property

How to Reduce The Wear and Tear of a Rental Property

Homes, like any other product, eventually depreciate. You can’t keep using it because eventually, the walls will get weak, the foundation will give way, and the structure will fall down. However, with proper care and maintenance, the structure can last for centuries. The effects of time will eventually show, so that’s to be expected. Fading […]

Effectively Resolving Tenant Complaints: Six Things You Can Do

Effectively Resolving Tenant Complaints: Six Things You Can Do

Tenants assume that their landlord is aware of their responsibilities, such as providing a safe and habitable space, just as landlords anticipate certain things from tenants, such as timely rent payments. Landlords are responsible for a wide variety of tasks beyond just collecting rent and meeting their legal responsibilities; they are also frequently called upon […]

Why are EPC Certificates Mandatory for Landlords?

Why are EPC Certificates Mandatory for Landlords?

In March of 2018, legislation known as the Energy Performance of Buildings Act (EPB) took effect, and with it came new requirements for how efficiently buildings use energy. New leases must comply with the regulations beginning in April 2018, while current leases must do so beginning in April 2020. In 2021, it was said that […]

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