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Join our Regional Surveyor, Stephen Lofthouse, as he reveals the world of buy-to-let property assessment and the growing importance of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs).

What landlords need to know about Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). Discover the legal obligations, how to get one and the benefits for attracting tenants for your rental property.

Discover the key points from the new Renters Reform Bill. From abolishing 'no fault evictions' to establishing an ombudsman and a digital property portal, find out what landlords need to know.

Tenant demand in the private rented sector is at an all-time high, with our survey revealing that 67% of landlords have experienced an increase in the first quarter of 2023.

What does a surveyor do day to day? We caught up with our Regional Surveyor for South Wales, Jamie Picton-Turbervill, to see what an average day looks like in the busy world of buy-to-let mortgages.

The UK Government recently announced updated requirements for the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide (Amendment) Regulations 2022. We’ve broken down the amendments to ensure your property is compliant.

Social media DIY advice often seems like an easy fix, but some tips may be doing more harm than good. Here are five of the worst DIY hacks advised online and we recommend you avoid them at all costs!

This year’s Queen’s Speech contained a major piece of new legislation for the private rented sector – the Renters Reform Bill. Find out what this means for landlords along with other key takeaways.

Right to rent checks are a necessary step landlords need to take before letting property to new tenants. Find out everything you need to know with our landlord guide.

Pressure placed on household finances may make it harder for people to purchase property, highlighting the importance of the PRS and the flexibility it gives people with their housing needs.

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