As the new academic year fast approaches, students will want to move into their new rentals quickly. All landlords and agents will likely want the same to reduce void periods. However, you have to ensure the property you are letting is safe and secure pre-tenancy. The paperwork surrounding move-ins pre-tenancy can be enormous and the… Continue reading Resooma’s Pre-Tenancy Checklist (Free Download)
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Tenant Demand: Where is the Rental Market Heading after COVID-19?
The past year has morphed the rental market in many ways. Tenants left cities due to the UK’s lockdowns, and growing rent arrears clouded the rental market. Now, the outlook looks sunnier as tenant demand continues to increase in cities across the UK like London. With restrictions now lifted in London, workers returning to the… Continue reading Tenant Demand: Where is the Rental Market Heading after COVID-19?
“There is even more pent up demand”: Agent Insights Series: An Interview with Celyn Evans from James Douglas
At Resooma, we’re committed to delivering the best advice on rental properties and updates on the industry. As part of our new Agent Insights Series, we sat down with Celyn Evans, Business Support Manager for James Douglas Sales and Lettings for her expert view on Cardiff’s property industry. James Douglas specialises in sales, lettings, and… Continue reading “There is even more pent up demand”: Agent Insights Series: An Interview with Celyn Evans from James Douglas
5 reasons to invest in utility management
Electricity, gas, water, and some would also argue Wi-Fi, are essential utilities for your property. It’s important to organise and manage property utilities, but it’s a time and cost consuming process. The more time you spend organising them, the less time you spent sourcing leads and maintaining properties. That’s why letting agents are turning to… Continue reading 5 reasons to invest in utility management
Rent Arrears and COVID-19: What You Need to Know
COVID-19 has significantly impacted the private rental market, especially regarding how people pay their rent. As of the first quarter in 2021, 11.4% of tenants on average are in rent arrears, a decrease from 13.4% in the second quarter of 2020, according to PayProp’s UK Special Report. Though this has seen some marked improvement, it… Continue reading Rent Arrears and COVID-19: What You Need to Know
Student rental and 4 reasons to list them on social media
People frequent social media and other online resources every day, whether it’s for shopping, mindless scrolling, or catching up on news of interest. As a result, 98% of students report they start their student property search online, so online exposure through social media adverts are the best you can get for your property. Students are… Continue reading Student rental and 4 reasons to list them on social media
Finding Student Tenants after Christmas and Easter
Finding student tenants after Christmas and Easter is vital in the annual student house hunt. Students usually focus on the holidays and preparation for upcoming January and May exams rather than a search for accommodation. Though many students secure accommodation before Christmas or Easter, some potential student tenants still search after these periods. It is… Continue reading Finding Student Tenants after Christmas and Easter
The Ultimate Moving House Checklist Template to Download and Print
Moving out of the family home and in with new housemates for the first time should be a great time for young people. It’s the start of a new adventure, often in a new city and with new friends. That said, for those exact reasons it can lead to heightened anxiety and mixed emotions for young… Continue reading The Ultimate Moving House Checklist Template to Download and Print
The 5 Most Common Things Students Get Charged For At The End Of The Year
If you are a student moving out of your rental apartment worried about safely getting your deposit back or someone who has been charged by their landlord at the end of your lease, this article will take you through the five most common students get charged for at the end of their tenancy agreement. Landlord… Continue reading The 5 Most Common Things Students Get Charged For At The End Of The Year
How to Manage Your Budget as a Student
If you’re a uni student living alone as a tenant and struggling to understand how to budget as a student, browse through this comprehensive article on tips to manage your student budget Student Budget UK: 10 Effective Tips to Manage Your Student Budget at University While many people think that a student budget is all… Continue reading How to Manage Your Budget as a Student