Mid-Term and Corporate Lets Guide For Landlords
Between the nightly churn of a holiday let and the fixed term of a long-term tenancy sits a middle ground that many landlords overlook: mid-term and corporate lets. These are stays measured in weeks and months rather than nights or years, and for the right property they can offer much of the income of short-term […]
Why Bristol Landlords Are Moving From Long-Term Tenancies to Short-Term Lets
More Bristol landlords are looking at short-term letting than at any point in recent memory, and it is not one single reason driving them. A run of tenancy reforms, tax changes and a stubbornly tight local market have all landed at once, and together they have made the traditional buy-to-let model feel less predictable than […]
Should You Allow Pets in Your Short-Term Let?
Allowing pets is one of the few decisions in short-term letting that genuinely splits owners down the middle. One group sees a larger market and higher rates; the other sees damage, allergens and extra cleaning. Both are right, and the sensible answer is not simply yes or no, but whether you can set the let […]
Parking, Waste and Local Admin for Running a Short-Term Let in Bristol
Most guides to short-term letting focus on listings, pricing and reviews, but the things that actually generate complaints and fines in a city like Bristol are far more mundane: where guests park, how the bins get emptied, and whether the local paperwork is in order. Below, we walk through the practical local admin that trips […]
Are New Rental Regulations Pushing Landlords Out of Long-Term Letting?
The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026, bringing what many housing specialists have described as one of the biggest changes to housing law in history. For landlords across England, these reforms have fundamentally altered how private properties are let, managed, and recovered. But the pressing question is whether these sweeping changes […]
How the Renters’ Rights Bill Is Shifting Power to Tenants
The Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force on 1 May 2026, represents the most significant overhaul of private renting law in England for over three decades. Designed to give greater security and stability to the 11 million people renting from private landlords, the Act introduces sweeping changes that fundamentally alter the relationship between landlords […]
Commercial Rates vs Council Tax for Serviced Accommodation
If you own a serviced accommodation property or you’re thinking about starting one, understanding the difference between commercial business rates and council tax is genuinely important. Getting it right can save you thousands of pounds each year, and getting it wrong can land you with unexpected bills or penalties. We break down exactly how business […]
Will the Renters’ Rights Bill Limit Rental Income?
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 represents the most significant shake-up to England’s private rented sector since the late 1980s. With Phase 1 changes already in force from 1 May 2026, many landlords are understandably asking what this means for their bottom line. We break down the key changes that directly affect rental income, from restrictions […]
What the End of Section 21 Means for Landlords
The abolition of Section 21 marks one of the most significant shifts in England’s private rented sector in decades. Often called “no-fault evictions,” Section 21 notices previously allowed landlords to regain possession of their properties without providing a reason. That era is now over. We break down what Section 21 was, what’s replacing it, the […]
How to Prepare Your Holiday Home for Peak Season
Peak season is an exciting time for many property owners. It's highly lucrative and increases the attention your holiday let sees, often forming part of many visitors' happiest memories. Yet, with this extra bustle, it's also when properties face their greatest demands. Beyond a quick cleaning, there are essential considerations to handle before the guests […]