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Buy-to-Let Market Update - December 2024
Welcome to ‘Buy-to-Let Market’, a column aimed at providing you with recent criteria and product updates within the buy-to-let lending markets. The information within this article is correct as at 29/11/2024, brought to you by NRLA Mortgages.
Four tenant challenges for landlords to be aware of in 2025
Finding suitable tenants and then keeping them long term can be important for the success of your rental investment. Rentguard, the NRLA’s Legal Expenses and Rent Guarantee Insurance partner, has researched what landlords can look out for in 2025 and improvements they can make to help avoid rent arrears.
Five property concerns for landlords to prepare for in 2025
While buying to rent is a profitable source of income, it is not free of challenges. With the market continuously changing, if you own one or many rental properties, it's good to look ahead. Gallagher, the NRLA’s trusted Landlord Insurance partner, has put together some key areas to focus on in 2025 and onwards to help protect your investment.
A winter checklist for landlords and property managers
Maintenance of let properties is a perennial problem but, come the colder months, landlords and property managers can expect an increase in planned and emergency call outs. From the small to the spectacular, landlords and property managers are expected to come up with quick solutions whether it’s blowing a gale, or the streets are blanketed in snow. NRLA partner, Viewber, gives us some things to take into consideration.
Why is there a growing demand for supported housing?
Supported housing provides more than just shelter—it offers essential care and support to people who are struggling to maintain a home due to physical, mental, or social challenges. But why is the need for supported housing increasing? And who exactly benefits from it? In this article, NRLA recognised supplier, Living Redefined explores these questions and the crucial role that supported housing plays in society.
Are your properties ready as the mercury falls?
The clocks have gone back and there is a distinct chill in the air – and with the winter months almost upon us now is the perfect time to make sure your properties are prepared for a cold snap. James Kent from NRLA partner, Safe2 gives us some pointers.
Black Friday: The best deals for landlords
Black Friday 2024 is here, and we've got some fantastic partner and training offers with you which we can't wait to share.
What if a tenant wants to leave before the end of the tenancy?
Sometimes life throws a curveball and tenants circumstances can change, resulting in a tenant requesting to terminate the agreement earlier than the end of the fixed term. NRLA recognised supplier, Woodstock Legal Services outlines what a landlord's options are.
Should you set up a Buy-To-Let SPV?
In recent years, landlords have increasingly turned to SPVs as a way to enhance their tax efficiency and limit personal liability when managing buy-to-let property portfolios. There are over 325,000 Buy To Let SPVs in the UK registered with Companies House. The majority of those (170,000+) have been registered within the last 5 years. Highlighting the recent benefits that landlords have seen due to incorporation. NRLA recognised supplier, Taxd, tells us more.
Preparing your rental property for winter: Essential maintenance tips for landlords
Winter can be a challenging time for rental properties, especially when it comes to maintaining heating systems and keeping everything running smoothly. As temperatures drop, the risk of costly repairs and tenant complaints rises, making it essential for landlords to prepare early. Here are some key maintenance tips to ensure your property is winter-ready and how NRLA partner, YourRepair’s boiler cover can save you from the worst-case scenarios.
