Gas Safety Certificate expired? It’s something that needs dealing with promptly — but the important thing is to establish what has happened and take the right action. Most landlords don’t deliberately miss a Gas Safety Certificate renewal. More often, the certificate is sitting in an inbox, the reminder has been missed, access hasn’t been arranged […]
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The end of summer is a useful point in the year for landlords to take stock. September often marks a return to normal routines after holidays, tenants are easier to reach, and the colder months are still far enough away to deal with maintenance without everything becoming urgent. For landlords, this makes late August and
Why Renting In Turkey Feels Like a Different World I’ve just returned from Turkey—not the “Turkey teeth and counterfeit handbags” holiday people imagine—but from exploring local towns, chatting with residents, and getting a glimpse into real Turkish life. And let me tell you, it’s worlds apart from the UK’s housing hustle. While we’re busy booking
Yesterday, I attended a talk hosted by JMP Solicitors on the current landlord licensing scheme implemented by Leicester City Council. It was an insightful – and at times eye-opening – session that reflected just how strongly the local landlord and letting community is reacting to what many are calling an unjust system. The Leicester landlord
CRS Matrix: Your Local Electrical Experts When it comes to house electrics in Leicester, safety, maintenance and regular inspection all play an important role. At CRS Matrix, our local electrical engineers help homeowners identify problems, maintain their electrical installations and keep their homes safe. As local electricians based in Leicester, we provide a comprehensive range
Introduction The Brazil housing market offers a fascinating look at homeownership, renting, affordability and informal housing, shaped by the country’s economic history, rapid urbanisation and developing mortgage market. This blog examines the structure, development, and challenges of Brazil’s residential property and rental markets, drawing on census data, legal frameworks, informal housing dynamics, and professional real
Summer boiler care is easy to overlook when the heating is switched off and warmer weather arrives. But summer can actually be a great time to check your heating system, arrange your annual boiler service and make sure everything is ready before temperatures begin to fall again. Here are some practical ways homeowners and landlords
Why Extending Your Boiler’s Lifespan Matters Want to extend your boiler lifespan? Regular servicing and looking after the wider heating system can make a real difference. Your boiler works hard to provide heating and hot water throughout the year, and a few sensible maintenance steps can help keep it operating reliably for longer. Here are
Rolling the Dice: A Risky and Expensive Gamble Boiler maintenance in Leicester can be easy to overlook when everything appears to be working normally. But regular servicing provides an opportunity to check the condition and safe operation of the appliance, identify developing issues and help look after the wider heating system. So while we’re keeping
Don’t Be a Crowd Follower: The Case Against The Traditional ‘Nice’ Landlords In the world of Leicester property management, there’s a fascinating tug-of-war between being the “nice” landlords and the greedy “savvy” landlords. There’s a common belief that being a “nice” landlord is the way to go. But what if I told you that following