A guide to renovating a kitchen for a rental home

11/04/2013

Renovate the kitchen to attract tenants

If you're planning to let out a rental property in the capital, you'll want to make sure the basics are covered, such as ensuring the fittings in the kitchen and bathroom are all up to scratch and not faulty. The kitchen can be a problematic area in many rental houses - follow our guide to renovating to ensure you get it right first time.


Essex property: worth the investment?

What rising house prices in Essex mean for buyers

Essex has long been an attractive place to live in for those drawn by its fantastic mix of urban centres and natural scenery, as well as its close proximity to London, making it attractive to those looking to snap up a rental property. Another reason why you might consider buying in the county is its seemingly healthy housing market.

 There are fantastic spas in Kent

5 of the top spas in Kent

Kent is a fantastic place to invest in residential property, as it has plenty of amenities that make it an attractive place to live. A relaxing lifestyle can be enjoyed, such as walks on the beach, golf on top courses and leading spa treatments.
There are ways of tenanting hard to let homes

Tips for tenanting hard to let properties

If property experts are to be believed, the UK rental market is set to remain buoyant for many years to come. However, the large number of potential tenants out there does not prevent some landlords suffering from the major headache known as the hard to let property.

 Ways to look after wooden office floors

How offices can keep their wooden floors looking good

Whether you already have a wooden floor in your office or you are planning to install one, understanding how to care for it is essential. Lending your space a sophisticated appearance, these floors are a worthy investment and can be simpler to care for than you think.

A guide to storage solutions for student properties

If you're a landlord with student properties, you'll need to provide basic furniture for your tenants. However, as students have a reputation for damaging houses and their fittings, you may be wary about spending a lot of money on such items.

Top tips for marketing your rental property

The UK rental market is becoming more competitive as more people seek alternatives to the expensive and complicated process of buying a home. This means landlords have to work hard to attract tenants to their properties, which is why we've compiled these tips to give you a helping hand!

Top storage for a stockroom

If you're planning to rent out a retail premises, it's sensible to think about the fixtures and fittings that potential tenants will welcome in a store. While you don't want to go overboard and buy things that aren't needed, there are a few items that are always handy.

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Firms should select offices to buy with care

What should businesses look for when buying offices?

Purchasing offices presents a great opportunity for a business to expand and increase its ability to generate revenue. However, whether an organisation plans to occupy the development they want to buy, or invest in buildings to let out to other companies, it is not a process that should be done hastily. Indeed, there are many factors that need taking into account.

 Take advice when buying property to let

Which experts should you consult when buying a house to let?

The process of buying a property can be a long, complex affair, especially if you are doing so for a buy-to-let investment. It's possible to ease the burden with the help of expert advice, however. We explain who you should consult and why.
Wood flooring: an ideal choice for commercial spaces

Wood flooring: an ideal choice for commercial spaces

If you're thinking of jazzing up your commercial space, one of the best ways to do this is by installing a new floor. Wooden flooring is a great choice for a variety of commercial properties and can really help your building stand out. Here are some of industrial spaces that look great with wooden floors.

 As renting increasingly becomes the norm, landlords have to adapt to the changing needs of tenants. Image:Thinkstock

Property TV show: Generation Rent - 3.30pm

Renting is becoming the norm for many people - so how is generation rent different and what challenges does it face?
Rats could see nine per cent chopped off your property's value. Image:Compfight

Cold weather creates rat problem

An early cold snap could create a rodent shaped problem for landlords as rats and mice seek shelter from the wintery conditions.

 What to look out for when investing in Oldham

What to look out for when buying investment property in Oldham

If you are looking for your next property investment and would like to spend your cash on Greater Manchester homes in particular, make sure you consider Oldham. The town has a buzz about it at the moment thanks to the extension of the city centre's tram network.

Most regions see house prices rise in 2011

Average house price 'is £164,785'

Nine out of 13 regions across Britain recorded property price increases last year, according to the Nationwide index. The average house price is now around £164,785, up by 1.1 per cent over 12 months and by 0.3 per cent over the past three months.

Record low rate to be held again, says Bank of England

The Bank will keep rates low for at least one more month

The Bank of England has once again voted to keep interest rates at their record low rate of 0.5 per cent, it was announced today. This historic low rate has now been maintained for 23 months.