Landlords Fail to Understand Costs of Leasing
The latest research has shown that a large portion of landlords fail to gain a full understanding of the costs associated with leasing property. This can then lead to unexpected expenses which can make a serious dent in bank accounts.
Scottish Wheels on the Rise
The Scottish motor trade industry is booming, with February’s new car registrations jumping by 15.3%. The data comes from the Scottish Motor Trade Association (SMTA) and revealed that in just one month, a huge 5,775 new units were registered. This figure is over 15% higher than statistics from February 2014!
How to Slash the Costs of Running a Pub
With a constant flow of punters, plenty of chatter and good vibes all round, running a pub is definitely one of life’s more exciting professions. However, it can also involve quite a lot of expenses and overheads. This means that it’s important for pub landlords to look for responsible ways to cut costs wherever possible. […]
5 Steps to Cheaper Landlords Insurance
As a landlord, it’s critical to protect yourself, your tenants and your investment with a comprehensive insurance policy. Whether you own a single property or a portfolio of multiple residences, insurance should never be scrimped on. Of course, it is a key expense and it’s understandable that landlords will want to save money wherever possible. […]
Motor Traders Fight Anti-Diesel Campaign
In the wake of an anti-diesel campaign that’s rapidly gaining momentum, the British motor trade industry is fighting back and offering fierce opposition. Should the campaign muster up enough legislative support, diesel powered cars could be banned in certain cities, or charged to enter urban zones.
25% of Landlords Unintentional
British landlord numbers may be soaring but according to the latest research from the National Landlords Association (NLA), 25% entered into the market accidentally or unintentionally. This equates to a huge 360,000 private property owners across the nation.
Landlords and the General Election – Which Way to Swing?
The general election is looming and across the nation, landlords will be wondering which way they should swing. With all the promises, budgets and assurances being thrown around, it can be difficult to know which party offers what. To clear up the confusion, we’ve put together this handy guide looking at what political parties offer […]
Top tips for running a pub
Beer sales are on the rise, with the latest ‘Beer Barometer’ figures from the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) indicating that total revenue was up by 1.3% in 2014. This put an end to a decade of decline and could result in some great opportunities for people wanting to set up or take over […]
British landlords enjoy sky-high returns
According to industry analysts British landlords have made £177 billion in capital gains over the past five years! This excludes rental income which spells big bank account booms for landlords across the nation. It’s clear that the housing industry is booming and as far as opportunities go, buy-to-let landlords stand to benefit the most from […]
SMEs fail to take out employer’s liability insurance
2014 may have been a great year for SMEs however the latest statistics indicate that hundreds of thousands of businesses aren’t covered by employer’s liability insurance. Considering that insurance is one of the key weapons that protects a business from financial ruin, it should be at the top of the priority list of any manager. […]