Are you Finding Property Taxes Complicated? If you’re a new landlord in London, you may find property taxes complicated and overwhelming. At Alter & Cope, we are ready with some expert advice to help you better understand your obligations. Adding Income From Property To Other Income There’s a common misconception…
As we reach the end of the second month of the year, the UK property market seems to be settling into a positive pattern, with buyer confidence continuing to rise and mortgage rates coming down. A recent Dataloft Poll of Subscribers found that 85% of surveyed estate agents noticed an…
2024 is upon us already, and the property market is already making a strong start in January. Both the rental and sales markets are thriving as the year begins, and landlords and homeowners alike look set to benefit. So, what’s happening in the UK property market? Read on to find…
Mortgage rates have seen their first fall in two months, although rents have risen at the fastest pace on record. Meanwhile, a major credit rating agency is predicting a significant downturn in property prices, and we reveal the places where your home is likely to sell the fastest! Read on…
As the housing landscape continues to evolve, it is essential for renters and landlords alike to stay informed about significant legislative changes. One such development is the Renters Reform Bill, which aims to bring about substantial reforms in the rental market. On the 17th May 2023, the government introduced the Renters’…
Today’s Property Market Is Completely Different To The Market Of Two Or More Decades Ago If you’re a first-time buyer in London, your first thought may be to ask your close family and friends for their advice about purchasing your first property. However, the property market today is completely different…
Landlords in London, Are You Prepared For The Year Ahead? Over the last few years, the property rental sector has seen a lot of changes. For landlords in London, dealing with changes to requirements hasn’t been easy, and now, 2023 looks set to hold many more significant changes. To ensure…
Are your potential tenants able to afford their rent? The UK is in a cost-of-living crisis, and it’s having a knock-on effect on landlords in London. More tenants are struggling to pay their rent, and landlords, therefore, are having to take action to protect their rental income during these difficult…
Carbon Monoxide Alarms – New Responsibilities Are Being Placed On Landlords Changes are now in force to smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm regulations in English rental properties. Since all landlords in London need to be aware of these updates, our team here at Alter&Cope is here to bring you…
Now We’ve Returned To A “New Normal”, How Do Things Stand On The Rental Property Front? Landlords with rental properties in areas including London have recently faced troubling times. Renters began to move away from built-up areas to small villages and towns during the Covid-19 pandemic, seeing the appeal of…
