Property Management
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How many lodgers can I take in before my house becomes a HMO?
Read more: How many lodgers can I take in before my house becomes a HMO?As a live-in landlord, you are allowed two ‘non-family’ lodgers before your property can be classed as a HMO. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here
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On what day will I receive my rent?
Read more: On what day will I receive my rent?In all instances the balance on account will be transferred to landlord within 5 calendar days of the rent day. We ‘same day’ process rent payments received however rent payments received late in a working day and after office hours are processed the next working day which could be after a weekend or bank holiday or both. Some general points to consider… For rents paid by standing order, if the payment is due to go out on a bank holiday or weekend, the money will leave the payers account on the next working day Rent payments that fall due on…
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Who is responsible for maintaining the fence at my property?
Read more: Who is responsible for maintaining the fence at my property?If the landlord owns the fence, in most cases they would be responsible for maintaining it. In some instances, deeds may not clearly indicate ownership and some may even include repair covenants that relate to the fence in question. Furthermore, sometimes even Land Registry documents can be misleading. There have been cases in the past where one party has taken on maintenance responsibility for so long they have actually become legally responsible for the upkeep. Such cases are rare and extremely difficult to prove, but it does happen. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at…
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Who is responsible for keeping the gutters clear at our property?
Read more: Who is responsible for keeping the gutters clear at our property?The tenant must keep the gutters for the property clear. The landlord must keep in repair the gutters for the property. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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What has caused mould behind my sofa?
Read more: What has caused mould behind my sofa?The cause of mould behind your furniture is almost certainly condensation. Moisture-laden air gets trapped behind your furniture and condenses on the relatively cold surface behind which if not wiped away will cause mould. The colder the surface behind the furniture e.g. an external wall, the more likely it is that the problem will occur. The article below provides lots of information on how to prevent condensation in your home but in terms of mould behind furniture, moving your furniture away from walls will have a big impact on airflow. Further Reading What is causing damp in my house? {Jungle…
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Why should landlords use insured contractors?
Read more: Why should landlords use insured contractors?If damage is caused to your property as a result of a contractor working or work they have carried out, or worse, a person is injured, the contractor and their insurance carrier are the responsible parties. However, if that contractor is not insured, then you (the landlord) become the responsible party. Also, many insurance policies will exclude coverage for damage caused by the knowing use of uninsured contractors. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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My tenant has asked if they can put up hooks on the walls should I allow this?
Read more: My tenant has asked if they can put up hooks on the walls should I allow this?The decision to give the tenant consent rests with the landlord. The decision to give consent for what is a reasonable request should be on the basis that the tenant agrees to only use a reasonable number of commercially made picture hooks appropriate for the purpose and to make good at the end of the tenancy or be liable for the reasonable costs of making good, any unreasonable damage or marks or holes caused by such fixings or their removal. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate…
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Do I need any sort of certification for a wood burner?
Read more: Do I need any sort of certification for a wood burner?No – however we recommend for any appliances that are powered using a type of solid fuel (coal, wood, etc.) you: 1. Make available instructions on using the stove to include: Manufacturer’s instructions on how to operate the stove Instructions on how to light the fire Only use a fuel type that matches the manufacturer’s instructions Do not burn treated waste wood Only burn wood that is quality assured by the Woodsure (woodsure.co.uk) scheme or logs that carry the ‘Ready to Burn’ mark (www.readytoburn.org) Not to use flammable liquids such as petrol or paraffin to light the fire Not to…
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What do you have in place should the tenants damage the property?
Read more: What do you have in place should the tenants damage the property?We have defined (documented) processes in place to manage all aspects of the tenancy and property. The key components for managing damage are: Satisfactory inspection of tenant’s current home (catchment area home owners and tenants only) before the granting of a tenancy Comprehensive tenant referencing through professional referencing service (incl. pet referencing) Detailed tenancy agreement defining the tenant’s liability for damage Detailed (independently compiled) Inventory and Schedule of Condition Report (written and photographic) signed by the tenant at the start of the tenancy Periodic inspections every 3 months Pre Check-Out inspection before the tenancy ends Independent assessment of the property…
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What is causing damp in my house?
Read more: What is causing damp in my house?Damp in your house will be caused by one or more of the following: Condensation This is the most common, and probably the most complicated, cause of dampness. Condensation occurs when relatively warm moisture-laden air comes in contact with relatively cold surfaces and the water vapour condenses on the surface. It occurs most often in winter when houses are least ventilated and when uninsulated external walls, windows, and so on, are at their coldest. Different parts of a building are affected by very different micro-climates. For example, north facing elevations can be subject to prolonged damp, as they do not…