Alternative Retirement Option – Property Investment. When it comes to retiring and financial preparation, there is no universal option that is suitable for everybody. Property investment is a great way to generate strong returns. Rental income can provide a long-term, predictable cash flow to prepare for and into retirement. Here, we explore further into property […]

Market Focus: Rental demand has hit a five year high Recent research from the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) indicates that rental demand from tenants across England and Wales is the highest it’s been for five years. The survey of private landlords – conducted in partnership with research consultancy BVA/BDRC – found that 39% of […]

How to Remortgage a Buy to Let Property Buy to let property is a great investment in terms of generating rental income and capital growth over time in the property’s value. Remortgaging a buy to let property can release equity to expand your rental portfolio or undertake renovations of your existing one. Alternatively, remortgaging can […]

What is Right to Rent and What Does It Mean For Landlords? Alongside maintaining a great relationship with your tenants, protecting your property and livelihood is arguably the most important part of being a landlord. The last eighteen months have been a turbulent time for many industries, and the rental market hasn’t escaped unscathed. The […]

Homes4u – How long does it take to let a property? As a landlord, there is nothing more discouraging than a long void period when trying to let a property. While some void time – where the property is empty, untenanted and costs money – is inevitable, the aim should be to reduce this as […]

Letting agents in Salford and everything you need to be aware of Choosing a letting agent in Salford as a landlord can feel like a daunting task. From finding a team with local knowledge to making sure you’re getting the right level of service, it’s understandable that many landlords find the process daunting. Whether you […]

From 31st August 2021 temporary checks which were in place due to COVID 19 around Right to rent will not longer be in place. From 1st September 2021 landlords and letting agents are required to revert to face-to-face and physical document checks as set out in legislation and guidance. In order to release keys tenants […]

All you need to know about your local estate agents in Withington Homes4u Moving a house is commonly considered as one of the most stressful events in a person’s life, and research shows 40% of homeowners rank relocating as more stressful than having a baby or starting a new job. Selling a property isn’t something […]

Homes4u Rent Guarantee Scheme Explained The landscape of the UK property market is constantly changing, and with fluctuations in rental demand, job losses and a global pandemic to contend with, it can feel like a worrying time to be a landlord. In an ideal world, all landlords would have good and consistent tenants who look […]

  Following the UK Government’s decision to proceed to Step 4 out of lockdown in England from 19 July 2021 we have reviewed our Coronavirus policy. Cases of COVID 19 in England and specifically the Greater Manchester area are still high. There remains a risk of catching or passing on the virus even where individuals […]