Posted by: The Insurance Store · on 27 March 2017
Renting your own place is a huge and exciting step to take, but is one that comes with responsibilities. As a tenant, you will receive a lot of paperwork which will set out specific rights and responsibilities for renting the property in question. It is very important you read through these to know what you…
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Posted by: The Insurance Store · on 28 February 2017
Being a landlord can give you a good, steady income, but there are various things to consider before you can rent out a property. This article will take a look at some of the key steps to take before you can become a landlord. Mortgage If the property you wish to let out is mortgaged,…
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Posted by: The Insurance Store · on 21 July 2016
Properly insuring your property is an absolute must for any landlord. Therefore, this month we’ll be outlining all the ins and outs you need to know about landlord insurance to help keep your investment safe, as well as your tenants. As a landlord, the insurance requirements you will need for your property will be different…
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Posted by: The Insurance Store · on 03 November 2015
Unfortunately, every landlord runs the risk of renting a property to a bad tenant. Whether in the form of anti-social behaviour, damages to property or missed rent payments, bad tenants can be hugely inconvenient and stressful to the homeowner. Whilst there is no foolproof way to stay clear of pesky rogue tenants, these tips can…
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Posted by: The Insurance Store · on 27 May 2015
New regulations for landlords From the year 2018, a new legislation will be put into effect whereby landlords will be banned from renting out draughty homes throughout England and Wales. The initiative has come about in a bid to cut energy bills, which will help around a million tenants who are – at present –…
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Posted by: The Insurance Store · on 25 March 2015
‘Revenge evictions’ and the misfortune they bring Revenge evictions refer to instances of unfair practice by landlords who evict their tenants in circumstances they deem pertinent. According to section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, landlord can carry out ‘no-fault evictions – where they don’t have to give any reason’, which they often do when…
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