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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TENANCY DEPOSITS   So, you’ve found a property, signed a contract and now you need to pay the tenancy deposit also known as a rental deposit. Tenancy deposits are a critical part of the renting process,... read more »

Smart Lettings are proud to now be members of Propertymark NAVA. BY USING A NAVA PROPERTYMARK PROTECTED COMPANY YOU ARE GUARANTEED: • To be consulting with a professional valuer or auctioneer who can give you the benefit of experienc... read more »

Common landlord mistakes and how to avoid them: Not having enough insurance protection If you have a Buy to Let mortgage, it will be a requirement that you have buildings insurance. And even landlords who own their property outright tend... read more »

The government plans to push back the EPC upgrade deadline The government is expected to delay its plans to increase Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards. Housing Secretary Michael Gove originally shared this in an interview with the Sunday Telegraph... read more »

Rental reform legislation finally moves forward After reports that it had been delayed due to ‘procedural issues’, this long-awaited Bill finally got its first reading in Parliament on 17th May. It’s believed the real reason f... read more »

Smart Lettings are now able to offer the alternative to DEPOSITS with REPOST.   8 weeks' cover With Reposit, landlords are protected for 8 week's worth of rent. 60% more than a cash deposit and the most cover offered by any deposit alternativ... read more »