As a local landlord, managing your property comes with numerous responsibilities, and staying updated on ever-changing laws, rules and regulations is crucial.
That’s where our family-run independent letting agency steps in to serve landlords across Bishop’s Cleeve, Cheltenham and Tewkesbury.
Here are some things you’ll need to consider as a landlord and how we can help make your life easier.
Navigating Complex Rental Legislation
By the start of 2023, almost 200 pieces of complex legislation affected landlords and their rental properties. Attempting to manage your property alone or working with sub-standard letting agents can be a minefield.
Failing to comply can result in hefty fines, jail sentences, financial pressure and emotional stress.
Here are some of your key responsibilities as a landlord:
- Energy Performance Certificates
- Right to Rent
- Deposit Handling Requirements
- Gas Safety Checks
- Fire Safety Measures
- Electrical Installation Condition Report
- The Deregulation Act
- The Tenant Fee Ban
- Furniture and Furnishings Fire Regulations
- Legionnaires’ Disease
- Landlord Licences
- Eviction Law
- Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector
Opting for a DIY approach in property management can leave you exposed.
The good news is our expert team is dedicated to making your life as a landlord easier.
With decades of experience navigating the legal and regulatory maze (we’ve been helping local landlords since 1994), we’re here to protect you, your assets and your tenants.
Whether you’re a first-time, accidental or seasoned property investor, many landlords benefit from our Rental Property Review service.
This no-obligation review allows you to share your investment goals, concerns and questions with us, and we’ll provide guidance and support without any pressure to use our services.
We’ll also look at your property’s compliance, rental potential and how you could get better returns on your investment, especially if it forms part of your pension plans.*
Contact us today to book your Rental Property Review or to ask us anything related to rental investments in and around Bishop’s Cleeve, Tewkesbury and Cheltenham.
* While we can offer property advice, we do not provide financial advice.