Goadsby Knowledge Hub

September 2022 articles

Preparing your Property for Letting

Whether you are a new landlord preparing your first property in readiness for letting or have let for many years, it is important to bear in mind that clean and well maintained properties attract better rents, quicker lets and longer tenancies

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Deposits

The Housing Act 2004 requires landlords and letting agents to protect deposits on assured shorthold tenancies in a government-backed tenancy deposit scheme.

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Staging Your Property For Sale

Once you have made the decision to sell your home it's important to take some time to prepare your property in readiness for marketing. First impressions count for a lot and whilst there are certain things outside your control, like the number of bedrooms or the location of the property, there are a number of ‘top tips’ that will make your property stand out from the crowd.

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Conveyancing

When you're thinking about moving home it's important to take some time to prepare your property in readiness for marketing. Completing the little jobs such as tidying the front garden or repainting the front door maybe obvious as these actions will directly help in finding a buyer more quickly or in achieving a better price however sales can and often do be

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Quarter Days – A Brief History

Anyone familiar with a commercial property lease will know rents and other payments are likely to be set out as payable on quarter days throughout the year I.e. 29 September, 25 December, 25 March and 24 June.

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Tenants Guide To Renting

Prior to starting to look for rented accommodation it is important to budget carefully and calculate what monthly rental you will be able to comfortably afford. When calculating you must include the additional costs of council tax, utilities and telecommunications as these are rarely included in the asking rental.

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A Students Guide to Renting

Once you have finished your first year in halls in is time to find private accommodation. Here’s a view helpful hints to find the right student property for you.

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Repair Notices; A Stitch In Time

Active property management is not just about collecting rent from a tenant on behalf of the landlord but also being proactive in many other ways. Just one example of this is the role of property manager undertaking regular inspection of the property

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New Homes Services

The successful marketing of New Homes has been a fundamental part of Goadsby Residential for many decades and today represents a significant part of our sales revenue.

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Tenants FAQ's

Find the answers to the questions we get asked the most from tenants about renting a property.

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Houses in Multiple Occupation

We are often asked about the classification of a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).

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Latest Government Information Regarding Landlord Notice Periods

Latest Government Information Regarding Landlord Notice Periods

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