20th September 2024
UK Rental Market Report – September 2024: Key Insights and Trends
As we move through September 2024, the UK rental market continues to navigate a landscape marked by evolving dynamics...
Letting
18th April 2023
Rental Market: Update
In January's Rental Market update, James Douglas pointed to the rise in the 12 months to January 2023 by...
Can a homeowner rent out a room?
Yes! They can. Homeowners can rent out a spare room in their home to an individual identified as a...
27th March 2023
Difference between a Tenant and a Lodger
Landlords have the option of earning rental income from a rented home or from a spare room in their...
21st March 2023
What Do You Need to Rent a House in the UK?
There could be a variety of reasons you’re choosing to rent a house in the UK. Perhaps you’ve found...
2nd March 2023
5 Buy-To-Let Costs To Consider
Buy-to-let properties are a long-term investment, but still remain a popular option for many looking to expand their property...
20th February 2023
Renovating your investment property
A buy-to-let (BTL) property renovation, typically for landlords who want to buy property to rent it out, is a...
5 steps to prepare a property for rental
Being unique in a competitive lettings industry is essential if you want to be a successful landlord. While there...
20th November 2022
4 Things every landlord in Wales should know
At James Douglas Sales and Lettings, we recommend landlords to follow the latest industry news and ensure they meet...
14th November 2022
Can I rent my house out if it’s mortgaged?
Wondering whether you can rent your house if its mortgaged? The short answer is yes, however you must let...
Interest rate rise by the Bank of England
Britain’s economy is now in recession, the Bank of England has said, as it raised interest rates to tackle...
Property price update: August 2022
Property prices are up by 10.3% year-on-year in Cardiff. The average asking property price is £295,960, with it taking...