For a good while, we’ve thought that Legalforlandlords is a great place to work. But now, we’ve got more than our own opinion to go off. On Friday 10th June, we were thrilled to win the Employer of the Year category at the Warrington Business Awards. As is normal with awards, we’ve got people to […]
Read MoreWe’d like to offer a helping hand. We’re guessing that one of your most painful jobs is chasing unpaid rent. But if you don’t get the cash out of those troublesome tenants, both you and your landlords can end up seriously out of pocket. So, for this month only, LegalforLandlords are offering three FREE RENT RECOVERY LETTERS […]
Read MoreThe days of Energy Performance Certificates being an afterthought are long gone. Landlords, or letting agents working on their behalf, can no longer afford to ignore them. The Energy Act 2011 has given EPCs teeth. It has given new duties to landlords and brought in penalties for non-compliance. But, as is often the case with […]
Read MoreFor this month only, LegalforLandlords are offering . Yes, that’s right – free rent recovery letters for any fully managed or let only property currently in arrears. If you want, you can continue to chase the monies owed by problem tenants, but we know that a letter from has more clout. Our success rate is over […]
Read MoreWe looked a couple of months ago at what a Brexit decision might mean for the UK property market, and now with this month’s EU referendum looming large on the horizon, landlords’ thoughts may well be turning more specifically to what the decision could mean for them and for the UK buy to let market. […]
Read MoreAt LegalforLandlords, we’re just as happy to work with new landlords who have a single property to rent as we are with experienced landlords with big portfolios. If you’re just dipping your toe in the waters of buy to let, though, you may be wondering where to start. Choosing your own home is one thing, […]
Read MoreLegalforLandlords Ltd, who provide the rental property sector with legal, referencing and insurance services, has been awarded accreditation against the Investors in People Standard, demonstrating their commitment to high performance through good people management. Established in 2009, they have clients across the whole of the rental property sector – landlords, letting agents and tenants. They […]
Read MoreWe recently shared some horror stories from landlords whose tenants from hell had caused thousands of pounds’ worth of damage to properties and gave you some tips for making sure your own tenancies don’t turn into a nightmare. But it’s just as important to remember your own responsibilities for maintaining the condition and safety of […]
Read MoreWe all like to think that we’re good at assessing someone else’s character at the first meeting, but for a landlord this skill is vital. When you take on a new tenant, you’re trusting a stranger with your huge investment. Yes, you’ve got the protection of the law, but that’s something which helps you when […]
Read MoreIt’s easy to underestimate the value of the things you own. A purchase here and there, a birthday gift – over the years it soon adds up. It’s not until the worst happens, and you lose it, that you realise the cost of refilling your wardrobe, replacing your furniture or buying new sports gear. If […]
Read MoreWe’ve all heard stories about tenants from hell – from a raft of excuses for not paying their rent right through to leaving carnage and destruction in their wake. Here are some of the worst ones we’ve heard, and a few tips on how to avoid, and deal with, nightmare tenants. After a row with […]
Read MoreWe reported recently on the changes in stamp duty having an impact on property purchases and previously advised landlords thinking of increasing their portfolio in 2016 to buy in the first quarter in order to beat the rise. So, it’s no surprise that we saw a big jump in mortgage lending in March as landlords […]
Read MoreWe know that, for landlords, tenants falling into rent arrears is one of the biggest concerns. It can have a massive impact on your finances if your tenants are not paying the rent, and although there are courses of action you can take to get the arrears repaid, or ultimately evict your non-paying tenants, this […]
Read MoreThere are a variety of forms and notices for landlords to use when tackling various tenancy issues, and there were changes for landlords last week with the government making an update to two private letting forms. These took effect on 6th April 2016, so it’s worth checking that you’re using the right versions! Changes to […]
Read MoreLast week was certainly an eventful one for landlords. The hike in stamp duty on rental properties came into force on 1st April, and as expected, we saw a big spike in lending and bottlenecks delaying property purchases as buyers raced against the clock to complete their sale before the rise took effect. Earlier in […]
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