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Buying a property and letting it out can be very rewarding. Not only do you receive a rental income, but the property itself should also increase in value over time.

Of course, you may also be busy with a job and family, and while buying to let is a business, it may not always be the first priority in your life.

That’s why we have put together our 10 Tips for Buy-to-Let Success guide. These tips are based on our many years of experience of helping landlords run successful businesses.

When you become a renter, you’re expected to behave in a ‘tenant like manner’ and that extends to outside spaces as much as inside the home. If in any doubt as to what that means, you can refer to your tenancy agreement. It should list the specific garden jobs you’re responsible for, and what your landlord should maintain. If there’s scant detail, contact us and we can obtain written clarification for you.

Are you thinking about investing in landlord insurance? While it may not be a legal requirement, you’re leaving yourself open to a huge amount of risk without it.

Here are the most important things you should know about landlord insurance, including what it is and what type of insurance you should get.

Green is the colour that continues to dominate interior design but with such a wide spectrum of shades available, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the choice.

After a long, hard day at work, you’ll no doubt be craving the comfort of your bed. Your bedroom should be a sanctuary away from the world, but unfortunately, the stresses of everyday life can sometimes creep in, leading to restlessness and insomnia. 

Here are some ways you can shut out the stress and create a peaceful bedroom environment.

If you’re selling your property, finding a deposit to purchase your next home may present a challenge. However, if you currently have equity in your existing home, you may be wondering whether you can put it down as a deposit on the home of your dreams.

How did April pan out in the property market? We take a look at the price reports and moving trends to inform your next move. Plus, we’re discussing Donald Trump and his surprising effect on the UK mortgage market.

Landlords in Wales must carry out risk assessments by law before renting out their property. However, while some of those assessments, such as the gas safety check are well known, the legionella risk assessment isn’t particularly well-publicised.

Another problem is that the legislation regarding Legionella testing is confusingly worded, and that has led to several landlords being caught out. With that in mind, we’ll shed some light on water safety so you can gain a better understanding of this subject.

So you’ve moved home, you have the keys, you’re in, and the kettle and mugs have been unpacked. Sure, you’ve got boxes here, there and everywhere, but at least you’ve finally moved and are happy!

It's time to start a new chapter in the house of your dreams. But, you don't want the dream to turn sour, so we suggest that after making a cup of tea and getting settled in, you should do some standard safety checks.

How Should Landlords Deal With Emergencies?

If an emergency arises at your rental property you need to respond rapidly and deal with it effectively to minimise the impact on the property itself and your tenants. There are several emergency situations which may spring up, from flooding to fires, so the team here at Red Key has brought you some helpful information about which actions to take.

As the warmer months approach, many of us are eager to make the most from our beautiful outside spaces.

Entertaining outside is a wonderful option for the warmer evenings that spring and summer welcome. It allows you to enjoy the company of your family and friends, whilst keeping your home immaculate.

We love entertaining outdoors, so we thought we would share our best outdoor entertaining tips with you!