Landlords
Multiple properties insurance: a brief guide
Do you have a portfolio of residential or commercial properties – or both? If so, you may be considering multi-property insurance. Our guide talks you through the different types of cover available to you.
Guide to landlord accreditation schemes and courses
In most parts of the UK landlord accreditation schemes and courses are not compulsory. Even so, growing numbers of landlords are signing up, keen to enjoy the benefits they offer.
Electrical checks for landlords | EICR report guide
Do you need an EICR report before you let out a property? Do you know the difference between Periodic Inspection Reports and Visual Inspection reports? Our guide to EICR for landlords answers these questions and more.
Right-to-rent checks
Under the right to rent scheme, landlords must check that prospective tenants have the right to live in the UK before renting out property. Failure to do so can result in heavy fines and even a prison sentence.
Guide to serviced accommodation
What is serviced accommodation, and is it a good investment for landlords? We look at the pros and cons and what insurance is required.
Commercial landlord insurance FAQs
Find out everything you need to know about commercial property insurance in our quick guide for commercial landlords.
Rent Smart Wales - FAQs for landlords
If you are a landlord and you rent out property in Wales, it is crucial you understand the Rent Smart Wales scheme. We answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the scheme.
Guide to landlord risks | The cost of being a landlord
Becoming a landlord: what are the risks, and how can you avoid them? There’s a lot to think about when you become a landlord, but understanding what you need to do and how to avoid some of the common pitfalls makes the process easier.
Do I need landlord insurance?
From buy-to-let portfolio owners to people renting out a room in their home, different kinds of landlords need different types of landlord insurance. In this article we look at some of the common questions that arise when considering landlord insurance.
Fire safety rules for landlords
Landlords have a legal responsibility to adhere to fire regulations for rental properties, to protect both their tenants and their investment. In this guide to fire safety rules for landlords, we explain all the mandatory regulations for both domestic and commercial properties, including vital gas and electrical safety certificates.
Complete guide to being a commercial landlord
Complete guide to being a commercial landlord, including the pros and cons, and your rights and responsibilities.
Landlord insurance: a beginner's guide
Landlord insurance: where do you start, and what do you look out for? It can feel like you’re navigating a minefield when it comes to taking out landlord insurance, our guide can help you find the level of cover that’ll give you peace of mind.