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Renting a Property to Family and Friends: What Are the Rules?
FINDING TENANTS 4 MARCH 2026
Renting a Property to Family and Friends: What Are the Rules?

Letting your property to family or friends can feel easy and reassuring, but it still comes with the same responsibilities […]
How to Conduct a Property Viewing Online
FINDING TENANTS 11 DECEMBER 2025
How to Conduct a Property Viewing Online

Online viewings have become increasingly common, especially for tenants moving from abroad or relocating from another part of the UK. […]
DIY Landlord: How to Rent Out Your Property Without an Agent
FINDING TENANTS 5 AUGUST 2025
DIY Landlord: How to Rent Out Your Property Without an Agent

There are plenty of benefits to renting your property without using a letting agent. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “how […]
What is Rent Arrears? Tips to Protect Your Rental Income as a Landlord
FINDING TENANTS 22 JULY 2025
What is Rent Arrears? Tips to Protect Your Rental Income as a Landlord

No landlord wants to deal with rent arrears, but the truth is they can happen, even with reliable tenants. There […]
Renting to Students: Guarantors, Advance Payments, HMO licence and more
FINDING TENANTS 25 JUNE 2025
Renting to Students: Guarantors, Advance Payments, HMO licence and more

Each year, a wave of students flocks to UK universities at the beginning of autumn. This might have you thinking: […]
Renting a Room to a Couple: Rent, HMO Rules and More
FINDING TENANTS 12 FEBRUARY 2025
Renting a Room to a Couple: Rent, HMO Rules and More

If you rent out individual rooms in a shared house, chances are you’ve had couples ask if they can take […]
How to Let to Tenants Who Failed Referencing
FINDING TENANTS 24 SEPTEMBER 2024
How to Let to Tenants Who Failed Referencing

Even if a tenant has failed referencing or a credit check, it doesn’t automatically mean they are unsuitable to rent […]
How to Read a Tenant Referencing Report
FINDING TENANTS 20 AUGUST 2024
How to Read a Tenant Referencing Report

When you’re reading a tenant referencing report for the first time, it can be tricky to know where to begin […]
Rent a Room Scheme: What It is and How It Works
FINDING TENANTS 1 AUGUST 2024
Rent a Room Scheme: What It is and How It Works

The Rent a Room scheme is available to homeowners or tenants in the UK who let a furnished room in […]
Why Landlords Should Consider Tenants Who Claim Benefits
FINDING TENANTS 22 JANUARY 2024
Why Landlords Should Consider Tenants Who Claim Benefits

Uncover the benefits of inclusive renting and why dropping ‘No DSS’ adverts can lead to long-term success in the property […]
Overcoming 5 Common Rental Disputes Faced by Landlords
FINDING TENANTS 15 JANUARY 2024
Overcoming 5 Common Rental Disputes Faced by Landlords

Renting can pose challenges from time to time, and it’s no secret that misunderstandings with tenants may manifest. Being a […]
How to Deal with Too Many Tenant Enquiries as a Landlord
FINDING TENANTS 5 DECEMBER 2023
How to Deal with Too Many Tenant Enquiries as a Landlord

With tenant demand consistently on the rise, many landlords are overwhelmed by the high volume of enquiries they receive. The […]
Open House Viewings: Your Secret Weapon for Finding Tenants Quickly
FINDING TENANTS 15 SEPTEMBER 2023
Open House Viewings: Your Secret Weapon for Finding Tenants Quickly

Hosting open house viewings could be just what you need to find tenants quickly and get your property off the […]
Renting to Students: What Landlords Need to Know
FINDING TENANTS 15 NOVEMBER 2022
Renting to Students: What Landlords Need to Know

With 14% of landlords letting to students, learning how to create a happy tenancy with people studying full-time is a […]
How to Advertise a Property on Rightmove and OnTheMarket as a Private Landlord
FINDING TENANTS 15 AUGUST 2022
How to Advertise a Property on Rightmove and OnTheMarket as a Private Landlord

If you are letting property in the UK and need to find tenants quickly, you can do no better than […]
Advertise a Room for Rent
FINDING TENANTS 9 FEBRUARY 2021
Advertise a Room for Rent

If you need to advertise a room to let, we’re here to help. Whether it is a spare room in […]
What to Ask Prospective Tenants at Viewings
FINDING TENANTS 12 NOVEMBER 2020
What to Ask Prospective Tenants at Viewings

A viewing is the tenant’s chance to see your property — but it’s also your chance to meet the tenant. […]
How to Find Tenants for Your Rental Property
FINDING TENANTS 2 SEPTEMBER 2020
How to Find Tenants for Your Rental Property

If you’re a new landlord, finding tenants can feel like a big task. It’s definitely one of the most important […]
How to Vet Tenants with Pre-Viewing Questions
FINDING TENANTS 17 OCTOBER 2019
How to Vet Tenants with Pre-Viewing Questions

We have put together a list of pre-viewing questions you can ask prospective tenants to make sure they’re a good […]
Your Rental Advert’s First 48-Hours (and Why They Matter So Much)
FINDING TENANTS 26 JUNE 2019
Your Rental Advert’s First 48-Hours (and Why They Matter So Much)

We’re analysing our rental data to bring landlords valuable insights on how to find great tenants quickly. By looking at […]
When to Put Your Property on the Market
FINDING TENANTS 24 FEBRUARY 2019
When to Put Your Property on the Market

Timing your rental property’s entry to the market is key to making the most of your advertising. Here is everything […]
8 Things Landlords NEED to Know about Benefits (‘DSS’)
FINDING TENANTS 4 JANUARY 2018
8 Things Landlords NEED to Know about Benefits (‘DSS’)

Universal Credit is rolling out across the UK, with huge consequences for landlords and tenants – yet many are still […]
Are You Putting off Good Tenants with High Upfront Costs?
FINDING TENANTS 18 APRIL 2017
Are You Putting off Good Tenants with High Upfront Costs?

A great way to put tenants off your property is to demand a big lump-sum payment before they can move […]
7 Reasons a Floor Plan Will Get Your Advert More Attention
FINDING TENANTS 24 FEBRUARY 2017
7 Reasons a Floor Plan Will Get Your Advert More Attention

When preparing the advert for your rental property, it can be tempting to miss out a floor plan. It’s not […]
How to Take Great Photos of Your Property
FINDING TENANTS 24 FEBRUARY 2017
How to Take Great Photos of Your Property

Photos are the single most important part of your advert. But why? It is key to remember that the overwhelming […]
How Can I Attract More Tenants to My Property Listing?
FINDING TENANTS 7 FEBRUARY 2017
How Can I Attract More Tenants to My Property Listing?

We want your property advert to attract as many tenants as possible, so we’ve identified seven major areas where you […]