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How to Make the Most out of a Property Viewing

How to Make the Most out of a Property Viewing

09.04.2025

Walking into a prospective new home often triggers an immediate emotional response. That feeling of "this is the one" can be powerful but making such a major financial decision requires more than just intuition.

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Garden Zones To Help Sell Your Home

Garden Zones To Help Sell Your Home

31.03.2025

The start of spring is typically a buoyant and busy season for the property sector. The warmer weather encourages homeowners to market a property or make upgrades in preparation for when they're ready to sell.

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A Landlord’s Guide to Compliance: Navigating Your Legal Responsibilities Without an Agent

A Landlord’s Guide to Compliance: Navigating Your Legal Responsibilities Without an Agent

31.03.2025

For landlords using Emoov's self-marketing platform, the flexibility and control of managing your own rental property come with a significant responsibility: full legal compliance. Without a letting agent to assist, you must ensure your property meets all regulatory requirements. Failing to do so can result in substantial fines or even legal action. This guide covers the key areas of landlord compliance, equipping you with the knowledge to avoid costly mistakes and maintain a legally sound rental property.

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Maximising Rental Income: Strategies to Minimise Void Periods

Maximising Rental Income: Strategies to Minimise Void Periods

31.03.2025

Void periods - or intervals when a rental property remains unoccupied - pose a significant challenge for landlords, leading to lost income and increased expenses. For landlords utilising platforms like Emoov for self-marketing, proactively addressing potential vacancies is crucial to maintaining a steady rental income. Here are key strategies to help minimise void periods:

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The Importance of Tenant Checks: A Guide for Tenants and Landlords

The Importance of Tenant Checks: A Guide for Tenants and Landlords

27.02.2025

Finding the right tenant is one of the most important steps in ensuring a smooth tenancy. A thorough tenant check not only protects landlords from potential financial and legal issues but also helps tenants present themselves as reliable and responsible renters. Below, we provide a detailed, step-by-step guide for both tenants and landlords on what these questions mean, why they matter, and how to conduct thorough checks.

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The Renters’ Reform Bill

The Renters’ Reform Bill

27.02.2025

The Renters' Reform Bill has been making waves in the property market for some time, promising to shake up the private rental sector in England. If you're a landlord or selling a tenanted property, understanding what's coming and how to prepare is crucial. So, where do things stand, and what should you be doing now?

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Material Information: What Sellers and Landlords Need to Include in Property Listings

Material Information: What Sellers and Landlords Need to Include in Property Listings

06.02.2025

When selling or letting a property in England, it's essential to provide comprehensive and accurate information in your property listings to comply with the National Trading Standards' (NTS) requirements. This ensures transparency, helps potential buyers or tenants make informed decisions, and aligns with legal obligations under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 (CPRs).

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Leasehold Reform Act 2024: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Leasehold Reform Act 2024: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

06.02.2025

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 introduces significant changes to the leasehold property landscape in England, aiming to make homeownership fairer and more transparent. If you're selling or buying a leasehold property online, understanding these reforms is crucial. Here's a straightforward breakdown of how the Act affects you:

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5 Ways to Make Your Rental Property More Sustainable

5 Ways to Make Your Rental Property More Sustainable

06.02.2025

Environmental awareness is on the rise, not just for tenants but as a priority for landlords too. There's a definitive shift in the features that tenants are looking for in a rental property, and by adding those features into your own rental, you can boost your rental yields and attract higher quality tenants.

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