Are you a landlord? Are you paying tax? Amazingly it seems that vast numbers of landlords are receiving rent and not paying tax on it. For example, this report in the Guardian says that about one-half of landlords in Newham are not paying tax. Now I don’t know about you, but I pay my tax. And being someone who pays her tax (sometimes with difficulty) I am not particularly happy about people not paying tax! It may be I suppose that many landlords genuinely believe that their r

It is possible to sell your property privately, but there are significant risks attached. For most people, selling a home is the biggest and most important transaction they will ever make. Using professionals for each part of the process provides you with expert knowledge and legal protection. Besides, selling on your own can be expensive and time consuming. You will be responsible for: Setting the price Marketing Arranging viewings Negotiating the offers Progressing the sale

As a Landlord, you will have a number of responsibilities. This guide goes through some of the responsibilities you will have. Your legal responsibilities There are around 150 laws now that apply to a landlord when they come to let a property. Here we highlight some of the key legal responsibilities that landlords must adhere to when letting their property. Ensure the property stays in good condition As the owner of the property, you are required to ensure the property stays

When trying to sell your property, it is essential to be prepared for viewings. Very few people will buy a property without first viewing it. From a seller’s point of view, this is the best opportunity to make the sale, so to increase your chances of success, it’s well worth making the effort to present your property at its best. First Impressions Always remember that first impressions make a huge difference and the chances of making a sale can be destroyed if that first impr