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A UK landlord’s guide to Section 24
Section 24 of the Finance (No.2) Act 2015 changed the way landlords are taxed. We look at how Section 24 works, how it affects landlord income, and how landlord insurance can help minimise costs and protect your asset should the unexpected happen.
A landlord’s guide to renting to DSS and Universal Credit tenants
Discriminating against certain types of tenants can lead to heavy fines. To clarify what these formal protections mean in practice, we look at rental discrimination under the Renters’ Rights Act and explain what you can do to protect your rental income.
A landlord and homeowner’s guide to improving your property’s EPC rating
Making energy-efficient changes now can help landlords prepare for new EPC rules that come into effect from October 2030. We look at practical ways to improve your property’s energy efficiency and upgrade its EPC rating.
A landlord’s guide to identifying and managing bad tenants
Troublesome tenants are a landlord’s worst nightmare. We look at ways of avoiding bad tenants, spotting the signs that things are going wrong, and how to deal with common issues.
Short-term letting rules in the UK (including the London 90-day limit)
If you’re thinking about renting your home as a short-term let, it’s important to make sure you don’t unwittingly fall foul of the law. We look at London’s 90-day rule and planning permission to help you stay compliant.
Are you underinsured? A self-check guide for homeowners
Rising inflation and increases in the cost of materials and labour mean millions of homes across the UK risk being underinsured. We look at how it affects your home insurance and what you can do to protect yourself.
Guide to underinsurance
The right insurance provides a valuable safety net should the unexpected happen. But many policyholders are unknowingly underinsured, which means if you make a claim, the amount you receive could be less than you need. We look at what you can do to avoid it.
When is a company director personally liable?
Setting up a limited company gives company directors some protection, but there’s still a risk of being held personally liable. In this article, we explore the circumstances where you can be held liable for legal issues and what you can do to minimise your financial losses.
Airbnb vs Vrbo: Which is best for your rental property?
Airbnb or Vrbo - which platform is best for your rental property? We explore the pros and cons of each, plus the insurance you will need to ensure your property is fully protected.
Should you invest in a dash camera for your self-drive hire vehicle?
In this article, we explore the benefits of a dash camera to your self-drive hire insurance, and what to look for if you're considering purchasing one.
Keeping the curtain up when everything stops
We spoke to Becci Winton and Stephen Wright on how Norwich Theatre balances risk, creativity and commercial reality in line with their charitable aims.
Guide to working in hot temperatures
Heatwaves are becoming more common in the UK which can lead to workplaces struggling to keep the temperature at a comfortable level for their employees. There is no law for maximum working temperature, or when it's too hot to work, because every workplace is different. We look at the practical steps you can take to protect workers in high or low temperatures.