A new report from landlord insurance provider, Simply Business, reveals an uncertain future for the UK rental market. Landlords are finding it increasingly difficult to navigate the continuous changes in legislation and rising property management costs.
Continue reading Navigating 2025: Key Insights for Kent Landlords to Tackle Rising Costs and New LegislationTag: Kent Landlords
Renters’ Rights Bill – What You Need to Know
The Government has recently confirmed details of its much-anticipated Renters’ Rights Bill, including the abolition of Section 21 notices and bans on rental bidding wars, among other proposals.
Continue reading Renters’ Rights Bill – What You Need to KnowRenters’ Rights Bill vs Renters (Reform) Bill
The Renters (Reform) Bill was an important piece of legislation proposed by the former Conservative Government that was intended to improve the private rental sector.
Continue reading Renters’ Rights Bill vs Renters (Reform) BillEnergy efficiency: New targets announced by Labour
Ed Miliband, Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary, confirmed the plans last week that landlords have until 2030 to get their rented properties to an EPC ‘C’ rating.
Continue reading Energy efficiency: New targets announced by LabourNew Service from Lifeboat Lettings
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our latest service tailored specifically to meet your needs:
Tenant Find Service!
Continue reading New Service from Lifeboat Lettings7 Top Tips for Landlords to Help Boost Profitability
Being a successful landlord isn’t just about owning property; it’s about maximising profitability while maintaining tenant satisfaction. Here are seven top tips for landlords looking for ideas to help them increase their bottom line:
Continue reading 7 Top Tips for Landlords to Help Boost ProfitabilityWhy as a landlord, you should consider rent and legal protection?
The rental property market is currently in a state of flux, with increased uncertainty as to what the future may hold for landlords. Many years of increased legislation and rising costs have driven many landlords out of the market and this trend has accelerated in recent months.
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House prices in Kent – what is the market doing right now?
Everyone is aware by now that house prices in the UK have been rising at a rapid rate in recent months and indeed for several years (excluding the early stages of the pandemic). However, six popular towns in Kent have seen amongst the highest sustained rises in the UK over the last decade.
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 Ashford