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November 4th 2025
If you're a first-time landlord, or a current landlord who just wants a refresher, read our blog on EPCs, what they are, and how your home can meet the minimum energy efficiency standards.
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How to prepare your rental property for winter
November 3rd 2025
Your property is more prone to maintenance issues arising during the cold season. We’ve put together a list of things to do to prepare your rental property and make sure you aren’t hit with any nasty maintenance surprises this winter.
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October 27th 2025
Richard Trafford, Lettings Director
The Renters' Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 27th October 2025. Find out about expected implementation timelines and how to prepare for the introduction of the Bill in our blog. 
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October 20th 2025
Richard Trafford, Lettings Director
Missed our latest webinar on the Renters' Rights Bill? Watch the replay now.
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September 17th 2025
Richard Trafford, Lettings Director
Join us on Thursday 16th October 2025, from 6:00–7:00 pm, for a webinar exploring the Renters' Rights Bill and its impact on landlords, featuring lettings experts from Thomas Morris, Frost's, Intercounty, and JNP estate agents, plus a Q&A session.
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What can landlords do when tenants have bad neighbours?
September 17th 2025
From noise complaints to boundary disputes, difficult neighbours can impact tenant satisfaction and retention. In this post, we explore how landlords can respond constructively, support their tenants, and safeguard their investment when neighbour issues arise.
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Tenant requests for new flooring: A practical guide for landlords
September 16th 2025
Tenant requests for new flooring can show they care about the property, but landlords need to consider cost, responsibility and long-term value. This guide offers practical advice for handling these requests fairly.
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Why are routine property visits important?
September 16th 2025
Routine property visits help landlords protect their investment, ensure legal compliance, and catch maintenance issues early.  In this blog, we explain what happens during an inspection, why these visits matter, and how estate agents manage them as part of a fully managed service.
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September 12th 2025
For landlords with investment properties, one of the most important measures of success is having a high rental yield. In this blog post, we will talk you through what rental yield is and how to maximise it.
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July 15th 2025
Richard Trafford, Lettings Director
Catch up on our last Renters' Rights Bill webinar Watch the replay now
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July 8th 2025
Join us on Monday 14 July 2025, from 6:00–7:30 pm, for a webinar exploring the Renters' Rights Bill and its impact on landlords. Featuring lettings experts from Thomas Morris, JNP, Intercounty and Frost's estate agents as well as Richard Riley of Richard Riley & Associates and Ollie Shirlock from Goodlord.
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June 16th 2025
In this blog we answer all the questions you might have as a landlord about gas safety checks to make sure your letting is completely compliant.
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