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Non-payment of rent is always an uncomfortable subject. It’s important to remember that it can happen for a number of reasons, from simple mistakes to financial problems. For landlords, non-payment of rent means a hole in the budget and problems with buy-to-let mortgage repayments. In this blog, we look at the service estate agents like Cobbles provide to landlords when tenants do not or cannot pay the rent. These services are available to landlords who use the “rent collection” and “fully managed” services, but not to the “let only” landlords.

Whether you’re new to renting property or you’re a lifelong tenant, you might have some questions about your tenancy deposit. Certainly, it’s an additional expense when you’re renting and something to incorporate into your budget for the first month. Fortunately, if the tenancy reaches the end and the property is still in great condition, you’ll get the budget back to put towards your next property. Let’s take a closer look at tenancy deposits.

If you’re renting property in Guildford, it might be tempting to increase your income by subletting your spare room. Before you do this, however, it’s important to remember that you must get permission from your landlord, and understand why they might refuse. Let’s take a closer look.

Renting property with friends can be fun, but it’s important to keep on top of shared expenses to avoid tension and arguments. In this blog, we look at what expenses you might share, ways of splitting bills and what to do if one of your housemates doesn’t pay their share.

An energy performance certificate (EPC) sets out your property’s energy rating, and gives buyers or tenants and indication of how energy efficient the property is and how much energy bills are likely to cost. It’s a legal requirement, but it’s good practice too. In this blog, we take a closer look at energy performance certificates, including why they’re important and how to get yours.

We all know energy prices are going up. It’s frequently on the news and leaders are discussing how best to support those who are struggling to pay their bills. But what does the rise in energy prices mean for landlords and the rental market? Let’s take a closer look.

We’ve seen a rise in demand for properties with gardens since the pandemic. Many tenants are keen to rent somewhere with outdoor space – somewhere to relax, exercise, spend time with family or simply enjoy nature. Outdoor space also provides opportunities to grow plants to benefit the environment – even plant pots on the balcony can play their part. In this blog, we look at tenants’ responsibilities when the rental property has a garden, and ideas for gardening when you can’t put down roots.

Lockdown saw many UK employees working from home, and businesses noticed some unexpected benefits. Now that many employees continue either working from home full-time, or dividing their time between home and the workplace, it’s easy to see why home offices have become such an important trend in house-buying. With a home office and an internet connection, you can work from anywhere in the world.

Rent collection is central to any landlord’s financial plan, but it’s potentially the most serious thing that can go wrong in the lettings process. This means it’s very important that rent collection is properly managed, problems are nipped in the bud, and landlords receive regular income from their properties. In this blog, we look at our rent collection service and the benefits it offers to landlords.

Damp patches and black mould can be a problem in rental properties. Black mould not only looks horrible, but it can also be bad for your health, and cause damage to both the property and your possessions. In this blog, we look at who is responsible when damp and mould occur, and what tenants can do to keep their rental property warm and dry.