Readers Questions
When to sign the AST and taking holding deposits
I have read that on no account should a landlord sign a new tenancy, unless he has vacant possession of the property.Even if good tenants...
Condensation compensation
Am I liable if my tenants property gets damaged by condensation?
The flat has had a history of condensation, although obviously I...
How do you differentiate your property from others in you...
How do you make your property stand out from the one down the road, and ensure the best tenants want to rent YOUR property?
Obviously...
My tenants have asked about taking in a lodger
I have rented a 4 bed house to four professional sharers for the last 7 years. Three of the sharers have been in the property from...
My landlord thinks I’m a lodger – please help me
I moved into a room 2 years ago in a flat that has 3 other people renting out rooms.
The owners DO NOT live in the flat.
I recently...
Renting to foreigners
We currently rent to eight foreign tenants from Poland, Latvia, Portugal and Hungary.
In the past our main concern has been employment...
Overhanging Tree Problem
I have recently taken over management of the freehold and common areas and structure of a development of six flats. I am the sole director...