Security technology is constantly changing and updating to enhance the level of protection provided. Security can always be better, and technology works hard to make it so. The latest security technology trends prove that these advancements are worthy of investment.  Security technology is advancing from converged security to integration and automation to touchless access. It is ready to make security stronger and more user-friendly. Landlords need to start taking advantage of these security trends because they can remove responsibility from their security team without losing quality. Tenants can manage their own security devices through remote management and benefit from better systems for a small price.  Converged Security   As more landlords invest in IoT devices, a converged security approach becomes increasingly necessary. Converged security means bringing your physical and cyber security teams together to form one unified team.  Even if you... [Read More]

Imagine you walk into a well-lit home, freshly painted walls, new furniture laid out in a way that maximizes the space. You can imagine yourself entertaining in the living room, brewing a pot of coffee in an immaculate, open-plan kitchen or relaxing with a great book in the reading corner. Now imagine that you walk into the same home, outdated paint colours on the walls, with cracking in places. There’s no furniture, and the house looks small, dark and uninviting. What scenario would you rather your potential buyers experience? Staging your home means the difference between the two. While it is often seen as an unnecessary expense, in reality, there are so many benefits to hiring a professional staging company to get your home in its best possible condition for photos, viewings, and marketing materials. The majority of people will... [Read More]

Setting up and running a short-term rental business can be a lucrative venture, but first, you need to get to grips with UK vacation rental laws. Regulations can vary from city to city, so potential vacation rental property owners need to do their homework. City and Regional Regulations  In certain cities, such as London, short-term rental regulations are enforced. These rules are in place to ease the housing situation and ensure the proper use and classification of properties. However, vacation rental rules and regulations don’t just apply to the capital. If you’re planning on renting out a property as a vacation rental, you need to check holiday rental regulations city by city. Here’s a brief guide to some of the short-term regulations in place:  Greater London  Planning restrictions are in place to govern short-term rentals. Properties can be classed as... [Read More]

Buy-to-let properties are back in fashion… This is because rental yield is becoming higher due to the increased rental demand. Moreover, mortgages are now available in abundance. However, like any other business, buy-to-let properties do come with their risks. One of the best ways to avoid this risk is to choose the correct business structure for your buy-to-let property. There are several options available to a buy-to-let landlord that can be availed, and each has its own pitfalls. Most of the BTL landlords either own the property personally or follow and investment company structure. Tax Relief on Mortgage Interest In the past, owning a buy-to-let personally used to be the most profitable option. However, this has changed since the announcement of new tax rules for buy-to-let properties. Back in the day’s landlord could offset mortgage interest payments against rental income. However, in... [Read More]

There are many investment opportunities that you can consider getting involved with today, and one of which is real estate. Many people still have their apprehensions in real estate investing, since many would think that it requires a lot of technical knowledge. Aside from that, people also are thinking about the costs of getting started with it, as well as the risks involved. Although all of the things mentioned are true, many people are still interested in investing in real estate. This is because there are a lot of benefits in real estate investing, and if you are able to become more familiar with them, then you may also find yourself joining the real estate bandwagon soon. To get more familiar with the benefits of investing in real estate, some of them are found below. 1. One of the more... [Read More]

Property investment isn’t only about buying and selling properties. To turn a profit, you’ll rent out your properties to give you a steady rental income. Your properties should appreciate in value until you sell them. Renting out even one property can be difficult and time-consuming. So, growing your property portfolio will mean more work for you. Landlord Vision are experts in all things property management. Here, they give insight into the different methods of managing investment properties. Read on to find a property management system that helps you meet your investment goals. What is Property Investment Management? Property investment management is the process of managing money that has been invested in property, usually in order to earn high profits and capital growth. As a property investor, this means monitoring the performance of your assets and making decisions based on performance... [Read More]

Investing in property during the planning stages, before the building process has been completed, or in some cases, before it has even started, can be extremely lucrative for investors. For investors who are new to the sector, it may seem like a daunting prospect to hand over cash before seeing the finished product, and like any investment it is not without its risks. However, the benefits are numerous, including often securing a better price, and seeing greater capital appreciation on completion of the project as a result, being able to select the best unit in a development, and having the chance to personalise the property’s fixtures and fittings. Furthermore, many large new projects bring with them added investment into the surrounding area, which can add to the appeal of the property once it is complete. Where to invest City centres... [Read More]

Renting a property comes with its legal obligations and rights for both tenants and landlords. And one of those is securing the mutual tenancy agreement by monetary payment, made in advance by the tenant and called a tenancy deposit. This “front money” is generally considered as protection of the lessor’s rights, with respect to safeguarding their interests. The deposit aims to ensure the intact and rentable condition of the property upon the end of the tenancy, as well as to secure the retrieval of any unpaid rent or expenditures on outstanding utility bills and taxes.  So, this article will help both renters and property owners understand deposit deductions and everything related to their rights and responsibilities when the agreement comes to an end. Tenancy Deposit Protection in the UK – What is it? Since April 2006, landlords have been legally... [Read More]