As investors and landlords, we have got used to low bank of England lending rates, but rates are now on the rise for the first time in three years, so should we be concerned about this?
Continue reading Interest rates rising for the first time in 3 yearsAuthor: Mayla Salmon
Government Launches ‘Levelling Up’ White Paper
The government has recently issued its much anticipated ‘Levelling Up’ white paper. The package includes twelve target areas, which will be focused on over the next ten years to improve equality in Britain. One are of measures includes housing and within this proposes the abolition of the Sec 21 route to landlords gaining possession of their properties (so called ’no fault’ eviction). In additional a new ‘Decent Homes Standard’ has been proposed together with a focus on tackling rogue landlords.
Continue reading Government Launches ‘Levelling Up’ White PaperJoin The Team!
Looking for a part time Financial Controller to join our expanding Lettings Agency in East Brabourne, near Ashford.
Approximately 21 hours per week from Monday through to Friday (can be negotiable for right candidate). Mostly home based but will need to come in the office infrequently.
The successful applicant must have bookkeeping experience with Quickbooks, Quickbooks Plus or similar and be able to do VAT, payroll and pension processes.
If you are interested in this position or would like more information, please send cover letter and CV to richard.poynter@thepropertylifeboat.co.uk
Lifeboat Lettings British Property Award 2021/2022 Gold Winner for best lettings agency in Ashford
2022 starts with gold! We are so excited to announce that we have been awarded first place by the British Property Awards in the category of ‘Best Lettings Agent, Ashford, Kent area’.
Continue reading Lifeboat Lettings British Property Award 2021/2022 Gold Winner for best lettings agency in AshfordHow to make sure HMO tenants do their share of housework
How to make sure HMO tenants do their share of housework
Cleaning in HMOs is often a difficult area to get right, mainly because there are many different scenarios in terms of house layout and tenant make up. A one size fits all approach on the part of the landlord and/or managing agent, is rarely applicable. As always, effectiveness of cleaning will come down to individuals and their attitudes (including the landlord), what they actually undertake, how well it is done and how regularly.
Continue reading How to make sure HMO tenants do their share of houseworkA Guide to Reducing Your Property’s Carbon Footprint.
A Guide to Reducing Your Property’s Carbon Footprint.
To reduce the carbon footprint of the UK, the Climate Change Act 2008 sets out legally binding carbon emission reduction targets that the UK must meet. The target is to ensure carbon dioxide emissions are at least 80% lower by 2050 than they were in 1990.
Continue reading A Guide to Reducing Your Property’s Carbon Footprint.Swapping Letting Agents is Easier Than You Think.
Swapping Letting Agents is Easier Than You Think.
Whether it be that you are not happy with the service, or costs have started to escalate or you just want to try another provider, moving letting agents doesn’t need to be a headache.
Continue reading Swapping Letting Agents is Easier Than You Think.Should an HMO tenant have contents insurance?
The provision of Landlord insurance is a well-covered topic and most Landlords are aware that they should insure their rental property. If they have a loan on the property – be it and HMO or Buy to Let – then the lender themselves will insist upon this.
Continue reading Should an HMO tenant have contents insurance?Landlords vs Tenants Responsibilities
One of the perennial challenges in managing a rental property, is identifying who is responsible for what: landlord or tenant? Often there is confusion from both parties to the tenancy as to what they are responsible for. So, here is a quick run-down of the ‘big hitters’ in terms of areas for confusion or frequent causes for concern during a tenancy.
Continue reading Landlords vs Tenants ResponsibilitiesShould I Start my Own Lettings Agency and How do I do This?
There is a lot of talk on social media at present about individual landlords setting up their own lettings agencies. This is exactly what the directors of Lifeboat Lettings did four years ago, so we feel qualified to comment on this!
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