Lettings and management

Should I invest in HMOs or standard buy-to-lets? And with the Renter's Reform Bill in mind, will I still be able to refuse certain pets?

Should I get a repayment or interest-only mortgage? And are purchase lease options a good strategy? Find out today on Ask Rob & Rob.

Should I be worried about the upcoming EPC changes, and do I need to find a new ILA solicitor? Find out today on Ask Rob & Rob.

The renters’ reform bill is finally here and it’s the biggest shake-up to property law in a generation! But what do these changes mean for landlords?

Should I still buy a property if it has a 105-year lease? Plus, how can I evict my tenants and get my property back?

Should you buy a property with cladding issues when it’s reduced? And how can you serve notice on tenants when you’ve not followed the rules?

Are soaring interest rates going to squeeze buy-to-let profit margins? And will the removal of Section 21 stop rent increases? Tune in to find out.

The latest white paper has seen MAJOR changes to the landlord/tenant relationship, but what are these changes and how are they going to affect you?

What can you do if your tenants don’t pay their rent and how can you stop being outbid in a booming market? Find out today on Ask Rob & Rob.

Where’s the best place to invest in the midlands and how will rising energy bills affect HMO’s? Tune in to find out on today’s Ask Rob & Rob.

How do you go about increasing your tenants rent and is now a good time to be investing in tower blocks? Find out on today’s episode of Ask Rob & Rob.

Buy a cheaper property or save more and buy a higher value property? And are service charges set in stone? Tune in to today’s Ask Rob & Rob to find out.

Today on Ask Rob & Rob the guys are sharing tips on choosing a letting agent and discussing how to calculate ROI on properties you’ve had for a while.

Today on Ask Rob & Rob we’re looking at how a declining population would affect property prices and how to prepare for purchasing with a tenant in-situ.

Whether it’s an HMO or a buy-to-let, letting tenants loose with your property can be nerve wracking. So how do you protect yourself if those tenants become a problem? If you’re not familiar with managing properties, the safer option will…

Life has changed drastically over the past 12 months since the coronavirus plunged us into multiple lockdowns. But we’re not going to talk about zoom hangouts, socially distanced walks and online shopping. Instead, we’re focusing on one of the most…

This week on Ask Rob & Rob we’ve got someone asking how you repay an interest-only mortgage and whether periodic or fixed-term contracts are better.

This week on Ask Rob & Rob we’ve got one caller who’s being asked for proof of funds BEFORE she views a property. Is this normal? Tune in to find out.

This week on The Property Podcast, The Robs are sharing their tips and tricks on getting your property let, each and every time.

If you’re a landlord and trying to decide whether to use a high street or online letting agent, you’ve come to the right place...

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, the guys are telling us if a property can be too cheap and how much should landlords be paying their letting agents?

This week on Ask Rob & Rob, the guys are dishing out advice on how to best handle homebuyer surveys and what to do when your letting agent adds in new fees.

You’ve decided that maintaining and managing your buy-to-let property yourself – taking on a hands-on role as landlord – isn’t for you. This means you need to get a letting agent. And finding the best letting agent for you could…

This week on The Property Podcast, The Robs are tackling the headlines once again and discussing whether property rental prices really are out of control. Plus, we have some exciting news...

What does the Section 21 ban mean for landlords? It’s a huge change - so what impact is a Section 21 ban likely to have on landlords and tenants? We take a look.

Income AND growth? Yes please! But if long-term gains are your priority, what's a reasonable short-term income expectation?

Many letting agents are excellent. Many are absolutely awful. How can you tell the difference? By following our simple checklist...

Should you sell or keep your buy to let investment property in Manchester? And are you legally liable for another landlord’s mistake? Read on...

Trying to manage your finances as an investor isn't easy, but we're joined by the brilliant Pete Matthew to put you on the right track!

How much can you increase the rent by? Is there a formula you can use? Should you always push for the maximum? Listen to this episode and find out!

No deal is perfect, but should this particular problem stop this investor from buying? Find out what Rob & Rob have to say...

A good letting agent can be the most valuable member of your team. A bad one can cause a world of pain. Here are some warning signs to look out for...

Should property be the only thing you invest in? If not, what proportion of your assets should go into it? We have some strong opinions...

Many investors have come unstuck when buying off-plan, but we have a series of practical tips to make sure you're confident and protected.

How do you make sure your New Build property is handed to you in pristine condition...and how do you keep it that way? Listen and find out...

Learn some tips that will radically increase your chances of getting a result - whether you're showing a property to rent or sell.

It's almost impossible to get a builder to look at everything you want to buy, so how do you price up a refurb before you offer? Rob & Rob have some ideas.

Your dream tenant is out there! But where? We go beyond Rightmove and let you in on five little-known ways to attract great tenants.

Are landlords turfing out tenants for no reason, or actually doing a decent job? Two very different studies came out recently, and Rob D is unimpressed...

Is London the best place to invest £100k in property, or are there better prospects elsewhere? Listen to this episode and find out...

Guaranteed rent: what could be better? Well, it's not always as straightforward as it sounds – listen to this week's episode to find out more.

One property, two very different valuations. What should this investor do? This isn't at all uncommon, so Rob & Rob have some advice.

Rob D's new book is out, and to celebrate we have a bucketload of tips and advice on the theme of how to be a great landlord.

Learn how to get your property let fast every time, without over-spending on furnishings in this week's Property Podcast!

You know that maintenance will take a bit out of your returns...but how much? Listen in as Rob & Rob talk about their own rules of thumb.

This week we're talking about how to run a successful letting agency. It's something many landlords with growing portfolios think about doing, and also a potential way to get into the property industry by starting your own business.

A listener's tenant has gone AWOL - what can he do about it? Rob & Rob have some suggestions.

You've bought a property – now how do you get it ready for tenants move in, and for the rental income to flow? We talk you through all the steps.

It's a nightmare scenario for any investor – but we're telling you how to resolve it and get back to your sweet property dreams as quickly as possible.

We're joined by two expert guests to talk about two of property investors' favourite topics...

However careful you are, sometimes a nightmare tenant will slip through the net. In this episode, you'll learn how to deal with it.

Learn all the ins and outs of managing a property without the help of a letting agent.

Learn how to get your property let in record time, and make sure you get the right tenants – without paying an agent.

We share a handy online tool for drawing and collaborating on floorplans. Throw away your graph paper and ruler!

What should you do when the fixed term of a tenancy comes to an end? Should you increase the rent? Rob & Rob share their thoughts.

Over a year after starting our own letting agent, we share the lessons we've learned - so you can avoid our painful mistakes!

We share the "3P" formula to getting your property filled with tenants in record time – and get that rent flowing in.

File under not-the-most-exciting, but very, VERY important.

Ah, the age-old question of contingency funds. Rob & Rob won't commit to a figure, but they'll tell you what to take into account.

Rob & Rob give their take on the practicalities and legalities of this tricky situation.

Is Rent Guarantee Insurance a lifesaver, or just yet another expense? Rob & Rob give their opinion.

This week on the Property Podcast we discuss how to maximise your rent - both in terms of re-letting a property, and raising the rent on an existing tenant.

Yellow lettings is born! This week we're discussing how to get the best from your letting agent and how a good one can make life a doddle.

This week on the Property Podcast we're digging deep into the topic of housing benefits. Should landlords take on tenants with housing benefits or not?

This week on the Property Podcast we gave a shout out to our hordes of Norwegian fans and shared some surprising news about house prices.