We're absolutely delighted to announce that MyLondonHome has been honoured with three awards at The Estate and Letting Agents Customer Service Awards 2023. These accolades further solidify our reputation as one of the best estate agents and letting agents in London. The Awards We're thrilled to share that MyLondonHome received the following: Silver Award in London for Sales Bronze Award...
It’s up there with late rents, messy tenants and broken boilers on a landlord’s Headache-ometer. What are we talking about? Finding (and keeping) tradespeople you can trust to look after any property maintenance or issues landlords need to get sorted. In this article, we share five tried, tested and trustworthy tips on how to find the very best and swerve the unreliable rest. Tip...
If you’re a landlord looking to attract long-term tenants, it’s worth thinking about ways to make your investment property as appealing as possible. And one area you may have overlooked is the army of British pet owners who need a rental property, and want to make their furry friends as comfy as possible. Unfortunately, over the years, many landlords have been known to refuse pet owners,...
If you’re fortunate enough to be in a financial position where you can rent out your home instead of selling it, should you take the leap? After all, if you don’t need to sell to fund your next move, renting your property is an option worth exploring. Here, we explore the dilemma of renting out a property instead of selling. Timing As we all know, property sales can take time....
As a landlord, one of your main goals is to make sure your property is tenanted. As soon as the old tenants decide they’re moving on, it’s time to find new renters to move in. But while you’ll be keen for a quick turnaround, it’s also important that things are done properly (cutting corners will cause you problems in the long run). Not only will you want to end the initial tenancy...
Renting a property with a friend or acquaintance? Never lived with anyone before? We’ve got you covered with some top tips to help manage your new living situation. These days, renting isn’t cheap and whether you’re a student or professional, those monthly payments can feel like a stretch. So, if you’re about to move in with a flatmate, it’s worth sticking to some basic rules to make sure your...
How can you spot a top letting agent from a master of mediocrity? Read on to find out. Landlords use letting agents for all sorts of reasons. Some need help navigating red tape and lettings legislation, while others want a third party to deal with inspections, inventories and disputes. And some just want peace of mind and to know that their investment property is being managed by a safe pair of...
At last summer is here, so what are your plans? Have you booked an exciting getaway in an exotic location? Or is the aim to kick back and relax on home turf? Whatever you’ve lined up, it’s worth taking note of the common concerns that can crop up in rented accommodation during the summer. If there’s a garden at your rental property: Check your contract to ensure you understand what’s...
Often, the challenges of renting take centre stage. They include high rent, less-than-reliable landlords, or faulty home appliances. But today, we want to share with you the brighter side of the renting scenario. Emerging rental reforms and changing eviction rules suggest that being a tenant could be the ideal choice for some individuals. Research by the HomeOwners Alliance reveals that 86% of people...
It’s not just birds, bees and butterflies that come out in force in summer – unfortunately, burglars step up their activity, too. With many people going away on holiday (leaving homes empty) and others opening their windows and doors when temperatures rise, burglary rates spike in summer. So, how can tenants and landlords stay one step ahead of the crooks and avoid the financial and psychological...