Are you definitely compliant with gas safety regulations?

One of the few stringent rules that apply to landlords and rental properties is the Gas Safety Certificate laws. Every rental property must be checked and declared safe every twelve months by a registered expert to ensure that the gas appliances and systems are safe.

Budget Highlights 2012

Here are the key points announced in this year’s Budget…
Income Tax
50p top rate of tax cut to 45p from April 2013;
Personal income tax allowance increases to £9205 from April 2013;
Anti-tax avoidance rule introduced.

The House Crowd – a refreshing approach to property investment for all

A refreshing approach to property investment is being launched by The House Crowd. The House Crowd has come up with an innovative idea that makes the process of property investment possible, with just a small amount of capital, using an effortless, unique business model.

Will changes to EPCs make landlords and tenants more energy conscious?

From 6th April 2012, landlords and letting agents will be required to produce a new Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for all rental properties in England and Wales to bring the rules for selling and letting a property into line.

Q&A with Lisa Orme, Mortgage Expert

One of our subscribers, Tracey, has made full use of our ‘Ask the Expert’ facility. Here Tracy asks questions of our Mortgage Expert, Lisa Orme.

60 Seconds with James Davis, Upad

WHAT IS UPAD IN A NUTSHELL?
Upad is the UK’s largest online lettings agency. We help landlords let and manage their properties nationally, and because we’ve grown so large, we can pass on massive savings to landlords.

More First Time Buyers in the Property Market

The first time buyer sector of the housing marketing has increased yet again for the eight consecutive month. The recent stamp duty relief is the reason for this, estate agents say.

Landlords urged to get it right this time

Recent reports suggest buy to let investments are once again increasing in popularity as landlords purchased 20% more property last year, tempted back by cheaper house prices and higher rents.

The art of selling your property

Everybody knows that selling a house these days is harder than it used to be at the height of the property boom. Property does not move as quickly as it used to and because of this it is up to the homeowner to make their property as attractive as possible to potential buyers. There are many ways to do this without spending a great deal of money, but there are times when a small outlay is necessary in order to achieve the desired result.

The inspiration starts with a visit to Grand Designs Live

To celebrate Grand Designs Live returning to London this Spring we’re bringing you a fabulous ticket offer for Just Do Property subscribers.

With this offer you can save up to £9* off the door rate meaning each ticket will cost you just £10.