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Effective Tenant Screening: Selecting the Right Residents
Finding reliable and responsible tenants is crucial for any landlord or property manager. A thorough tenant screening process is...

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Aug 14, 20242 min read
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Essential Tips for First-Time Landlords
Becoming a landlord can be a lucrative venture, but it also comes with responsibilities. If you're new to the world of property...

Elliot Leigh
Aug 13, 20242 min read
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Summer Guide for Landlords: Cooling Down Your Rental Property
Summer heat can be a real challenge for tenants, and it's essential for landlords to ensure their properties are comfortable and...

Elliot Leigh
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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Spending on temporary housing for homeless people rises by 25% in London
As more landlords sell up or choose private tenants, some London councils are facing potential bankruptcy due to the increasing demand...

Elliot Leigh
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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Guaranteed Rent vs Traditional Letting Agents - What's the difference?
Guaranteed Rent schemes are gaining considerable interest by landlords due to a range of benefits. There has been a noticeable increase...

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Jul 29, 20244 min read
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Top 5 Property Maintenance & Repair Issues - Can you relate?
The Top 5 Reported Issues at Elliot Leigh Properties: Insights from Our 'Report a Repair' Portal At Elliot Leigh Guaranteed Rents, we are...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 25, 20242 min read
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Founders of Elliot Leigh refurbish two properties for supported living
Elliot Altman and Leigh Young, founders and directors of Elliot Leigh Guaranteed Rents and Elliot Leigh TLC , are making significant...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 23, 20242 min read
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Section 21 Abolishment Update: King’s Speech
In light of the election of a new party, King Charles delivered his speech which set out a number of plans under the new Labour...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 19, 20243 min read
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Labour in power - What does this mean for UK housing?
The Labour Party has made it no secret about their mission to 'break down the barriers to opportunity' when it comes to the UK housing...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 9, 20243 min read
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Elliot Leigh exhibits at the Summer Landlord Investment Show
On the 4th of July, Elliot Leigh made it's second appearance of the year at the Landlord Investment Show, located at the Old Bilingsgate...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 4, 20242 min read
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Private Rent vs Guaranteed Rent: Income Comparison for Landlords
Save Money with Elliot Leigh’s Guaranteed Rent Scheme If you're a landlord looking to maximise your rental income while minimising...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 1, 20242 min read
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Section 24: What is it and what will it mean for landlords if it's abolished?
In recent years, there has been significant debate surrounding Section 24 of the Finance Act 2015, a measure implemented by the UK...

Elliot Leigh
Jun 25, 20242 min read
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Who is Responsible for Maintaining a Garden in a Rental Property?
Renting a property comes with a host of responsibilities for both landlords and tenants. One area that often causes confusion is the...

Elliot Leigh
Jun 21, 20243 min read
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Landlords affected by arrears as tenants turn to benefits to afford rent
According to the Office for National Statistics, the average cost of rent in the UK surged by 9 percent in the 12 months leading up to...

Elliot Leigh
Jun 17, 20242 min read
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Guaranteed Rent: A solution for financial loss from rent arrears or void periods.
As a landlord, ensuring a steady stream of rental income is crucial to maintaining financial stability. However, void periods and rent...

Elliot Leigh
Jun 6, 20241 min read
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Renter's Reform Bill Scrapped - What's Next For Landlords?
By now, if you've been a landlord at any point within the last five years, we'd be surprised if you weren't aware of the Renter's Reform...

Elliot Leigh
May 30, 20243 min read
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HMO Management Responsibilities
HMO Landlords are subject to much stricter regulations than those Landlords who own single let properties. On top of any conditions...

Elliot Leigh
May 20, 20242 min read
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What Should Landlords Provide in Unfurnished Properties?
Whilst there are legal obligations on what Landlords must provide in an unfurnished property, it can become complicated to decide what...

Elliot Leigh
May 17, 20243 min read
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Why Should You Be Using a Property Management Company?
Whilst being a Landlord is a lucrative business, it can also be an extremely stressful source of income. By working alongside a Property...

Elliot Leigh
May 16, 20243 min read
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Landlord Safety Obligations in England
We understand that being a Landlord can be complex yet rewarding. With laws & legislation constantly changing, it is important to keep...

Elliot Leigh
May 15, 20243 min read
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