The Agent Blog - Goodlord (25)

Jan 26, 2024

Landlords

Tenants

Insurance

Weather

How to protect a rental property from storms and floods

Storms and floods are becoming an increasingly common nightmare for property owners. How can landlords protect their rental properties and tenants?

Jan 24, 2024

Property licensing

Why letting agents should pay attention to property licensing in 2024

CEO of Kamma, Orla Shields, discusses the stresses of strict property licensing, fines and everything in between.

Jan 22, 2024

Energy efficiency

EPC ratings

How can landlords and letting agents prepare for cold weather and energy bills?

As temperatures lower and bills rise, Rik Smith, Goodlord’s Director of Tenancy Services, outlines the year ahead for all things energy.

Jan 19, 2024

Pets

I’m considering renting to tenants with a pet, what do I need to know?

The Tenancy Deposit Scheme shares what letting agents and landlords need to know about allowing pets in lets.

Jan 15, 2024

Business

Podcast

Legislation

PODCAST: What letting agents need to know for 2024

Rik Smith, Goodlord's Director of Tenancy Services, discusses what agents can expect from 2024, with Dutton Gregory's Ryan Heaven and e.surv's Rob Owens.

5 ways the government plans to crack down on rogue landlords

Jan 15, 2024

Business

Decent Homes Standard

Property Portal

5 ways the government plans to crack down on rogue landlords

2024 will see more measures to tackle non-compliant landlords, from a new law for emergency repairs to Manchester's proposed Rogue Landlord Charter.

Jan 15, 2024

Landlords

Q&A: Why are landlords selling up?

Letting experts give their view - and break down how agents can win new landlords in an increasingly competitive market.

Jan 10, 2024

Business

Podcast

Legislation

PODCAST: Decoding the future of property licensing for agents

Property licensing can be a minefield. Orla Shields, CEO of Kamma, discusses how important it is to stay compliant so letting agents don't get caught out.

Jan 5, 2024

Wales

What should Welsh letting agents expect in 2024?

The last two years saw a lot of change for letting agents, landlords, and tenants in Wales. Here’s a breakdown of what's to come in 2024.