Landlords FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions and answers about letting property.

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I want to let my property. Do I need to tell my mortgage lender?
How do I know what rent to charge?
How much will it cost me to let my property?
Does a landlord need to pay tax on rental income?
Who will pay the council tax - the landlord or the tenant?
Who will pay for the TV licence - the landlord or the tenant?
Why should I use a managing agent?
How do I receive my rental income from my letting agent?
What happens to my tenant's deposit?
Will my agent keep my money safe?
What if the tenant doesn't pay?
Can my tenant refuse an increase in rent?
What if I want to remove my tenant?
Why should I have an inventory?
Why do I need an inventory?
What if the tenant damages the property?
Can I enter my property during the tenancy?
What is a routine visit?
Why do I need an EPC?
How can I improve my EPC rating?
What are my obligations surrounding gas?
Do I need an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)?
Do I need to get my electrical appliances tested?
How do I check my furniture is compliant?
Do I need smoke alarms in my property?
What is Right to Rent?
What is ARLA Propertymark?
What is TPO?
What is Client Money Protection?