If you are a new landlord or preparing a property to let, one of the questions you are bound to ask yourself is, "Should I paint the walls? 

Theft is a serious issue which many landlords will face. Figures suggest around 30% of tenants have 'taken' items during or at the end of their tenancies. This seems a surprisingly high figure. Yet it won’t surprise some landlords. Tenants have admitted taking items ranging from cutlery to beds. 

From April 2017 the tax relief landlords have on the interest paid on mortgages is being phased out. Prior to this landlords have been able to deduct the interest paid on mortgages in the same way they would other allowable costs before tax was paid. 

Rents are starting to rise in every region across the country in the UK for the first time in two years. 

The whole of the UK is experiencing a housing crisis to a greater or lesser extent, but it’s in London that the housing crisis is hardest felt. London’s landlords are both maligned and expected to bear the brunt of the housing crisis in the capital. 

It's an interesting question. I guess the answer depends on your perspective. Is the definition of a good landlord someone who can squeeze the last penny of profit out of a property without worrying about the tenant or anyone else? Or should you be more concerned with being a good landlord in the opinion of your tenant? 

As a landlord, you have a legal obligation to check your tenant has a right to rent your residential rental property if it’s located in England. Here we explore what you need to do to stay complaint. 

Many landlords will run a mile if you suggest they rent to students. Yet others build their business on renting to young people attending university. If you are a landlord in a university town the student market can be a rewarding one.  

If you are a buy to let landlord you will know the value of an inventory. When a new tenant moves into your property an inventory will not only protect your interests but will also provide the tenant with peace of mind. After all, an inventory protects both landlord and tenant. 

Manchester City Council have extended their Selective Licensing scheme to include areas of Moston and Old Moat. Launched on January 22 the new scheme complements those already operating in other parts of the city. 

Expanding a portfolio or choosing your first investment property is a huge decision. It's one you literally cannot afford to get wrong. 

The Government has announced there’s a new version of their “How to Rent” guide. You can find the new guide here.