2022 is here. And with the fresh hope and ambition of a new year (don’t groan just yet) comes the energy to change things for the better. It’s the perfect window of opportunity and an ideal door leading to changes for many homeowners (see what we did there?) to improve their humble abodes.

Tenants move out of their current rental due to various reasons. As a landlord, some of these reasons are out of your control, while others can be managed. Here are five of the most common reasons why renters choose to move on, and how you can possibly prevent the loss of a good tenant…

Thinking of starting afresh with a beautiful recolour for a new year? Here is how we are embracing a richer colour palette during the colder months…

As a nation of sun lovers when winter strikes it can sometimes get us down but this winter, get creative and spend a little time and effort in keeping your outdoor space usable.

First time buyers are finding it harder than ever to get the money together to finance their first home. As a result, many are turning to the Bank of Mum and Dad. Here’s what you need to know about helping your child buy a house in 2022…

Whether your a portfolio landlord or your buying your first buy-to-let property, the assistance or a letting agent is essential finding a quality tenant. But once your property is let, do you want to be hands on or hands off when it comes to looking after the tenancy and your investment?

We have been observing some of the major legal changes that could affect property investors and landlords in the future and reviewing current important safety regulations for rental properties.

Tenants want to feel at home whether they actually own the space or not and restrictions in rental agreements can sometimes dishearten tenants and make them feel like they are in someone else's space. A tenant who feels at home and like they can really sink their teeth into a space, is a tenant that stays.

A Landlords' biggest fear is having tenants who don't take care of their property, who don't pay on time or who are unruly. These people exist, but if you're looking to let your property, there is a process you can follow to give yourself the best possible chance of avoiding these types of people and finding truly reliable, long term tenants.

Assured Shorthold Tenancies, or ‘ASTs’ are the most commonly used type of private tenancy in the UK. For a tenancy to be eligible for an AST it must be the tenant’s main residence the landlord must not live in the property.

Whether you have a house or flat that you're renting out, its important to offer your tenants not only a safe and comfortable place to live to encourage them to stay longer, but you also have to compete with all the other homes on the market that they probably have been viewing.

We understand the stress an empty property can cause a landlord. For this reason, we have put together 10 tips for you on how to let your property quickly, find amazing tenants and make the most out of your asset by reducing void periods.