Landlords
Why We Changed our Rent Guarantee Provider
Most landlords who have rent guarantee cover have never read the policy. That is not a criticism. Until a few weeks ago, neither had I, not…
September 11, 2026
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Plain-English guidance on lettings compliance, short-lets and the West Midlands property market.
Short-lets
Tourist Tax in Coventry: What It Means for Airbnb Owners
On 10 September 2026 the government announced that mayors in England will be given the power to charge a levy on overnight stays. It has already…
September 10, 2026
Compliance
Landlord Registration: What West Midlands Landlords Must Do by 14 March 2027
The West Midlands is first, and most landlords don’t know yet The Government’s new Register your rental property service goes live on the 15th of December…
September 9, 2026
Short-lets
Short-let or long-term let? An honest comparison
Short-lets can earn considerably more than a standard tenancy — and cost considerably more to run. An honest comparison of yield, effort, risk and regulation.
August 26, 2026
Compliance
Gas Safety Certificates explained
The annual CP12 is one of the few landlord duties with real teeth. What gets checked, who can do it, the deadlines that matter, and what happens if you miss one.
August 26, 2026
Compliance
What is an EICR, and do I need one?
Every rented home in England needs a valid EICR. What it covers, what the codes mean, what it costs, and the penalties for not having one — explained for landlords.
August 26, 2026
