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Having problems evicting tenants? Get FREE eviction advice from tenant eviction specialists Landlord Action.
Date: 9 December 2009 -
Fix your mortgage payments low for the next 2 years with Interest Rate Insurance.
Date: 26 October 2009 -
Among those thinking of expanding their property portfolios, some may wonder if now is the time to do it. Although there has been some optimism about the economic prospects for Britain and other major industrial countries, suggesting the worst of the recession is past, others have warned that the road ahead is rocky and uncertain.Date: 25 June 2009
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They say a dog is a man's best friend, but it would seem the same is not true for landlords. While Britain may be a nation of animal lovers, it appears that this affection does not extend to those who let out homes.Date: 18 June 2009
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When it comes to property investment, there may be much to be said for renting out to key workers. This group, which includes the police, teachers, nurses and firefighters, is present in every town the length and breadth of Britain. Given the important roles they play, each community needs them. Yet they in turn need housing.Date: 27 May 2009
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One of the hardest-pressed groups when it comes to the housing market in recent years has been the beleaguered first-time buyer. During the boom years young people whose parents would have got on the housing ladder in their 20s were finding it more and more of a struggle to do likewise, faced with rapidly growing house prices. Declining affordability was bad enough, while other social trends - such as people staying single for longer - meant that often the problem was compounded by having only a single income available to pay the mortgage.Date: 20 May 2009
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This week's house price statistics told a familiar story - they were down again. Halifax recorded a 1.7 per cent drop in the average home sale value to £154,716, down 17.7 per cent in a year and 1.7 per cent in April. The only hint that this was anything other than a continuation of a long-running trend was the slight slowdown in the fall from 1.9 per cent in March.Date: 8 May 2009
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It might seem like an obvious statement to suggest that the recession has had a negative effect on the property market. After all, rising unemployment and falling confidence are hardly the kind of factors conducive to a boom in the way the economic success of the years before 2008 were. Indeed, it could be noted that in the current case, both the decline in the fortunes of the property market and the wider economic crisis have a common origin in the shape of the credit crunch.Date: 1 May 2009
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When it comes to making decisions about property investment, the market at present may be somewhat lacking in clarity. While some are sure that the future is bright, others are anything but certain.Date: 23 April 2009
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Those keen to buy property may have recently been buoyed by much of what they have heard about the market. If the aim of the game is to buy soon in the belief that it is around the bottom and then enjoy a long period of rising values, now could indeed be the time.Date: 16 April 2009
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When it comes to investing in property, the boom years saw some interesting patterns. While London and the south-east experienced much greater house price growth than the rest of England and Wales, talk of a simple north-south divide was inaccurate.Date: 9 April 2009
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The last few days have brought a few headlines that might have been regarded as a reminder that April 1st was nearly upon us. Talk of an increase in mortgages, more investors buying property and expectations that property prices will soon rise may have raised a few eyebrows.Date: 2 April 2009
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For Landlords looking to stay ahead in today's rental market, the challenge is a substantial one. Buy-to-let for investment can be a tricky business, since those hoping to see the value of their portfolio rise are not doing so at present. Only those who are in it for the long haul may expect to do so.Date: 26 March 2009
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A new television show entitled Axe the Agent? is to be shown on BBC One.Date: 27 February 2009
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Anyone looking to rent a property in Westminster better have deep pockets, new statistics have suggested.Date: 20 February 2009
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Many landlords may find that it is better to arrange rental agreements and find tenants for their properties themselves, following advice from one website about the fees that can be incurred when doing business with a letting agent.Date: 6 February 2009
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A Sussex businessman has revealed his shock at discovering that his previously pristine four-bedroom property has been used for the cultivation of cannabis.Date: 30 January 2009
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If you are selling your own home you may want to follow the advice of a property expert - and undervalue it.Date: 23 January 2009
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Landlords have been advised on why it is so important to make the homes they are renting as energy efficient as possible.Date: 7 January 2009
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London has always been known for its high property prices and expensive cost of living and this may initially be a deterrent for potential landlords.Date: 11 December 2008
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The credit crunch may mean that those entering the buy-to-let market could find themselves making money.Date: 21 November 2008
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Those thinking of selling their home in these turbulent economic times face a myriad of decisions, not least over whether or not to sell at all.Date: 5 November 2008
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Those considering investing in property for buy-to-let purposes, or those thinking about expanding about portfolios, have been bombarded with somewhat conflicting messages of late.Date: 31 October 2008
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The relationship between landlord and tenant can be somewhat tenuous at the best of times, but with the threat of recession putting increasing pressure on both, further strain is inevitable.Date: 16 October 2008
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There are still hundreds of great deals out there, so find the right buy to let mortgage today.
Date: 2 October 2008 -
Lawpack's Landlord Advice Line can help you with any landlord advice you need. Call us today!
Date: 1 October 2008 -
Too many tenants are getting into disputes with their landlords because of not reading their tenancy agreements carefully enough or knowing their rights.Date: 1 October 2008
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Get the insider secrets to how you can pick up a repossessed property at a knock-down price.
Date: 30 September 2008 -
Want to pick up a property for 10 to 15% below market value? Repossessed property expert, Catherine Dawson, reveals her top tips to how you can beat the competition and bag a property repossession bargain.
Date: 30 September 2008 -
All the questions you have about property buying and selling, plus landlord and tenancy, answered by our experts.
Date: 18 August 2008 -
Date: 18 August 2008
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All the questions you have about house buying and house selling, plus buy to let, answered by our experts.
Date: 18 August 2008 -
All the questions you have about landlord and tenancy, plus buy to let, answered by our tenancy experts.
Date: 18 August 2008 -
Is your rental property a house in multiple occupation? Find out all you need to know about HMOs here.
Date: 31 July 2008 -
Avoid bad tenants by checking out your tenants at the outset. Referencing tenants is vital!
Date: 1 July 2008 -
Tessa Shepperson, a legal expert in residential landlord and tenancy law, outlines why, under tenancy law, landlords cannot disturb their tenants during the tenancy.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
You're a landlord who has let out your property to a group of friends and they have all signed the tenancy agreement. Find out who is responsible for the rent if one of the tenants moves out.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
Eviction expert's top tips on how to successfully evict a tenant in rent arrears.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
One of the biggest worries facing landlords is a tenant not paying the rent. Find out how you can get the payment of rent on time, every time!
Date: 1 July 2008 -
Here's our lowdown on what an EPC does, what it contains and when you need one.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
The biggest issue facing landlords is the administrative tasks of ensuring that rents are received and the bills are paid. Find out how you can save time, money and effort in running all aspects of your property business here.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
Research undertaken by the Residential Landlords Association has shown that where no tenant checks have been made, landlords are seven times as likely to end up taking court proceedings. Find out why tenant referencing should be your top priority.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
Find out why an energy performance certificate is vital for landlords if you want to let out property during the credit crunch.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
You're a landlord who is letting out your investment property. Who is your ideal tenant? Find out how to vet your prospective tenants here.
Date: 1 July 2008 -
Section 33? AT6? Section 19? Find out what Scottish law requires before you terminate a tenancy agreement in Scotland.
Date: 30 June 2008 -
Section 21? Section 8? Find out what notices you need to terminate a tenancy agreement.
Date: 30 June 2008 -
Find out the not-to-be-missed nine things that you must know about HIPs and EPCs.
Date: 28 June 2008 -
Find out how unmarried couples are not offered the same protection under law as those who are married. And find out what you can do to avoid the cohabitation risks.
Date: 27 June 2008 -
When making a will you need to think about the property that you own. And how you own it. This is because, under current law, not all property can be passed on under a will.
Date: 26 June 2008 -
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Date: 12 June 2008
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Find out what an affidavit does, when you need to use one, and how to fill in an affidavit form here.
Date: 9 June 2008 -
Want to sell your own home? Lawpack can save you money when you advertise your property online.
Date: 6 June 2008 -
Thinking of living together and buying a property? Find out how you should legally own your home.
Date: 5 June 2008 -
Do you want to sell your property investment? Read our top tips on how to avoid capital gains tax.
Date: 4 June 2008 -
Property investors and landlords must know when they are liable to pay income tax. Find out here.
Date: 4 June 2008 -
Top tips on how landlords can reduce, or even wipe out, their property income tax liability.
Date: 4 June 2008 -
Landlords: find out how you can avoid landlord tax on your rental income by splitting the rent.
Date: 4 June 2008 -
Top tips to how you can present your property in the best light when you’re selling your house.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
Want to sell your own house? Here's our guide to setting the right asking price for your property.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
Wanting to sell your own home? Here's how to produce your own property particulars that will make selling your own home a breeze!
Date: 3 June 2008 -
A For Sale sign can generate a third of all house sales. Find out more about For Sale signs here.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
How you set the price of your house for sale is crucial. So just how do you set the house sale price when you're selling your own home? Find out here.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
How you set the price of your house for sale is crucial. So where can you find free resources on the internet that take the legwork out of finding out what houses are selling for in your area? Find the best internet property price finders here.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
The Property Misdescriptions Act sets out legal guidelines for describing property for sale. If you're selling your own home, you should learn from this best practice when describing your house for sale.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
Top negotiation tips for that final stage in selling your own house.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
Selling your own home in Scotland? Or buying a house in Scotland? Get the lowdown on Scottish law, conveyancing and house buying and house selling in Scotland.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
Lawpack's Sell Your Own Home Kit is packed with hints and tips to help you sell your own home. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Date: 3 June 2008 -
Are your tenants being troublesome or in rent arrears? Find out how you can manage and evict bad tenants.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Protect your property at the start of a tenancy by drawing up a tenancy agreement correctly.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Find out how landlords can protect their property and pocket by completing a property inventory.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Landlords: find out all you need to know about the tenancy deposit schemes and how to use them.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Are you a tenant who is worried that your landlord is going bust and that you will face eviction? Find out your legal rights and if you can be evicted here...
Date: 2 June 2008 -
With the credit crunch hitting, it's never been a better time to pick up a bargain property investment. If you're a buy-to-let landlord, or you want to get into buy-to-let, find out how you can pick up a bargain at auction.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Capitalise on the negativity of the credit crunch and buy property investment at cheap prices.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Selling your own home. Is it easy? Find out how to sell your house and save estate agent's fees.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Selling your own home? Improve your chances of a quick house sale with our seven-day spruce up.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
The secret of selling your home is conducting your own viewings. And here's the secrets of property viewing success for a quick house sale.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
You're a landlord whose tenant has reached the end of their fixed term. Tessa Shepperson, expert in residential landlord and tenant law, outlines how you can renew a tenancy and when to create a new tenancy agreement.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Before you get the tenancy agreement signed, you, as a landlord, need to ensure that you comply with the regulations to renting out property. Find out the letting laws here.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Are you a landlord whose tenants are wrecking the property or not paying rent? Do you know what to do if things go wrong with the tenancy? Find out what you can do if the tenancy agreement turns sour.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Buy-to-let landlords: Find out why property investment still offers the opportunity to make you a large amount of money, even in a recesssion...if you understand how buy-to-let really works.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
With the credit crunch biting, more homeowners are taking in lodgers to help pay the mortgage. Find out what landlords need to think about before they rent a room.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Ajay Ahuja, a chartered accountant and successful buy-to-let property millionaire, outlines how you can purchase a buy-to-let property, even if you don't have an initial deposit.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Ajay Ahuja, a millionaire with a successful buy-to-let portfolio worth £13.6 million and author of Lawpack's 'Buy to Let Bible', tells you how to find the perfect buy-to-let property investment.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Tessa Shepperson, a solicitor specialising in landlord and tenancy work, discusses the most common methods of finding potential tenants.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Whether you want to rent a room or you're a landlord with a portfolio of buy-to-let properties, it's good to get your tenancy terms in writing. Find out why, and when, you need a tenancy agreement here.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
With property selling at bargain prices, there has never been a better opportunity for property investors to make a profitable investment.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Are you an existing buy-to-let landlord? Is money getting tight because of the credit crunch? Read our tips on how you can maintain positive cash flow in the long term.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
With the credit crunch in full swing, more and more landlords are falling into negative cash flow. Find out how landlords can avoid this trap by monitoring their buy-to-let mortgages.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Want to earn £4,250 each year tax-free? Find out about taking in a lodger and the Rent a Room scheme.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Before making a Lodger Agreement, find out the seven steps to selecting the right lodger for you.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Most economists believe that inflation is bad for the economy, but for buy-to-let landlords it's a great way of reducing their buy-to-let loans.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
The eviction process can be complicated, but this article outlines what action landlords can take to avoid bad tenants and how to make evicting tenants easier.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
When you're evicting tenants, the eviction process can be lengthy and lawyer costs go up and up. Find out how Landlord Action can evict tenants for you fast and at a fixed price.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Dates play an important part in a landlord's life. To help you run your property investment businesses efficiently, here's a list of the key dates that a landlord should keep in their diary.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
The Law Commission wants to introduce plans to tighten the regulation of the buy-to-let sector and improve standards in the private rented market. Find out more here...
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Worried that tenants may not pay the rent? Find out how landlords can use guarantors as a back-up.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Substantial profits can be made from property investment, even in times of financial and market uncertainty. Property investment expert Catherine Dawson reveals the seven safest ways you can make a property investment for your children.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
When making a property investment, you can be hit by various taxes. But there are ways you can pay less tax. Property investment expert Catherine Dawson reveals her top tax-saving property investment tips.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Free tenant eviction advice from our eviction expert. This week: Paul's top tips on tenant referencing.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Free tenant eviction advice from our eviction expert. This week: preventing tenant rent arrears.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Want to make some extra cash over the Christmas period? Then if you’re going away for Christmas, find out how you can make hundreds of pounds by renting out your property while you’re away.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Free tenant eviction advice from an expert. This week: How to gain repossession of your property.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Find out how you can make hundreds of pounds by renting out and sharing your office space.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
With property prices bottoming out the only way is up. Find out how you can profit from property now.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
Read more on Lawpack's range of tenancy agreements and find out which one is right for you.
Date: 2 June 2008 -
We've rounded up some core tips to get you comfortable with the legal process of selling your own home.
Date: 28 May 2008
