At Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS), we're committed to making the deposit protection process as pain-free as possible. From our beginning of tenancy API proptech, to our end of tenancy solution, we invest in innovative technology solutions and partnerships that make ...
Since the Tenant Fees Act ban came into force, agents have been responsible for covering tenancy referencing costs, whether that’s by taking the loss, or recouping via the landlord. Prior to the change, it wasn’t unusual for the tenants to ...
The two main reasons that an agency decides to outsource are: ...
It’s a frequent question in lettings: Who should carry out inventory checks and create reports for a rented property? Should it be the landlord, letting agent or independent inventory clerk? In other words, is it better to keep inventory reporting ...
The rental market shows no signs of slowing with ongoing high demand, fuelled in part by the pandemic, creating a buoyant market throughout the UK. ...
Letting agency growth experts are set to take to the virtual stage and use the latest tech to share their insights and knowledge. ...
For landlords, finding a tenant for a property can be challenging. Today, people expect modern, high quality, clean appliances as standard when looking to rent. By upgrading old, outdated appliances within a property, it can significantly increase the desirability of ...
During the last year, the industry has experienced a rollercoaster of highs and lows as agents experienced rental peaks, stock shortages, changes to legislation and a rental market reform as people sought to look outside of once traditionally high performing ...
Why CRMs should not be relied upon for contract creation and management. ...
Home appliances are often an area that can be overlooked when it comes to finalising kitchen designs, but having quality machines in the home can make a real difference to how a property is perceived. ...
The telecoms solutions company behind "Phone-in-a-Phone" (PiP) now brings property professionals the UK's first mobile-only business phone system in an app optimised for use on an agent's own mobile phone. The app gives agents visiting properties or remote-working access to ...
When it comes to gathering evidence for deposit disputes, the need for thoroughness is understandable. However, on occasion some landlords take their dedication to preparation beyond what’s necessary. ...
It’s an exciting time when prospective tenants show an interest in your listed property. However, it's important not to let that initial excitement override your judgement about what is best for you, your landlord and the property. When letting the ...
Drone technology has come on a long way in recent years, with different use cases across various industries. New developments in hardware combined with changes to legislation have increased the scope for Estate Agents to include drone footage as part ...
How up to date is your knowledge on notice periods, pets in rentals, electrical safety inspections and lodgers? This year we’ve all had to adapt to significant changes and with the home at the very heart of our new lives, ...
If you haven’t been to the Agent Rainmaker LIVE event before, then it is pretty difficult to explain how this event different from any other event you may encounter here in the UK, our director Nat Daniels attended the event ...
Through our FREE online deposit dispute webinars, we’ve trained thousands of landlords and letting agents about how the dispute resolution process works, and the steps they can take to have more successful dispute outcomes. One thing we’ve noticed is how ...
I want you to ask yourself a question, what is your reputation? By that I mean your personal reputation and your businesses reputation. Write down what you think it is and ask a selection of people inside and outside your ...
It doesn’t seem that long ago that 2D floorplans were considered cutting edge – but it’s safe to say they’re now an integral part of any property marketing campaign. Advancements in technology can often be slow to take off, particularly ...
The Dogs Trust campaign ‘lets with pets’ states: “Landlords and letting agencies who exclude pet owners from their properties are missing out on a large share of the rental market, as almost half of households in the UK currently own a ...
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