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Orchard K Lettings

Mar 19, 2019
4 min

10 reasons why Orchard K Lettings feel that using our professional service is the wise choice

These are 10 reasons why Orchard K Lettings feel that using our professional service is the wise choice for any landlord. 1: This is our...

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Orchard K Lettings

Mar 8, 2019
2 min

Tenant Arrears Steps

What to do when your tenant stops paying their rent When a tenant fails to pay the rent on time this can be a considerable concern for...

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5 More Things That Landlords Should Know/Do

Orchard K Lettings

Feb 27, 2019
2 min

5 More Things That Landlords Should Know/Do

Top 10 things that landlords should know/do Tip 1 - 5 is in the previous blog so please refer back to that if you haven't previously...

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Orchard K Lettings

Feb 23, 2019
3 min

5 Things That Landlords Should Know/Do

These are the top 5 things a landlord should know or do. 1: Act within the law. There are over 150 pieces of legislation that a landlord...

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Orchard K Lettings

Feb 6, 2019
2 min

Tenant Deposit Protection Schemes

Since 6 April 2007, all deposits taken by landlords and letting agents under Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) in England and Wales must...

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Orchard K Lettings

Jan 29, 2019
1 min

House Hijacking

There have been several cases documented where tenants have “hijacked” a rental property and sold it on by impersonating the owner. To...

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Tenant Fee Ban - How will it affect you as a Landlord?

Orchard K Lettings

Jan 17, 2019
2 min

Tenant Fee Ban - How will it affect you as a Landlord?

Landlords do you know how the tenant fee ban will affect you? As a landlord are you confused by the proposed tenant fee ban, due to come...

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Orchard K Lettings

Jan 3, 2019
1 min

Gas Safety Inspections

It is a legal requirement for all rental properties to have an Annual Gas safety check. Under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use)...

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Orchard K Lettings

Dec 30, 2018
1 min

Possession

December 2018 The Ministry of Justice released figures that show that private landlords have to wait over 5 months to regain possession...

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Orchard K Lettings

Dec 21, 2018
1 min

The Right Insurance For Landlords

There are a number of competitively priced insurance products designed especially for Landlords, providing cover for landlord liabilities...

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Orchard K Lettings

Sep 27, 2017
4 min

Interior Design Tips for Landlords

Landlords often wonder how they can make cost-effective improvements to their property to maximise its rental income and have the...

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Pros and Cons of Pets in Rental Properties

Orchard K Lettings

Sep 11, 2017
3 min

Pros and Cons of Pets in Rental Properties

With an increasing number of tenants having pets it leaves landlords questioning whether they should or shouldn’t allow pets in their...

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Orchard K Lettings

Aug 31, 2017
2 min

Where is Your Deposit Money?

As a landlord, you know how important it is to collect and hold deposit money in case of damage caused by tenants. Equally, it is vital...

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Orchard K Lettings

Jul 28, 2017
3 min

Aren't All Agents The Same?

Aren’t All Agents The Same? The short answer is “No". Agents fall into a number of types: Large agents with branches across large areas...

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Orchard K Lettings

Jul 16, 2017
3 min

Top Tips for Letting Your Property

Top Tips for Letting Your Property 1. Buying an investment property is not the same as buying a home Choose a property that suits what...

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