The vast majority of the 2 million landlords in the U.K. – 97% – are determined to be “small” landlords. These are landlords with 3 or less rental properties, who typically work in full time employment and have many commitments in their everyday lives which keeps them very busy. Their properties are often mentally put […] View article >
Despite the mild weather so far this season in the UK, landlords or indeed any property owner would do well to consider what can be done to avoid costly winter repair bills. The below provides advice and top tips for winter-proofing your property: For further information on the specialised Landlord Insurance that Northwood provides […] View article >
Has a tenant vacated your property but failed to take all of their property? If so you become an involuntary Bailee of these goods and if you simply dispose of them the tenant could make a claim against you for damages. In reality it is unlikely that tenants are going to leave behind anything of […] View article >
The Great British weather, one of our favourite topics of conversation but also one of our biggest frustrations. This is perhaps, not really surprising, when you consider the floods and flood warnings that have become a regular feature in our weather forecasts over the last few winters. Lucy Turner, Relationship Manager at Northwood Insurance Services, […] View article >
Being a landlord can bring many rewards but equally has many responsibilities. In order to be a good landlord you need the right mix of skills, personality and know-how . No one can argue that having a rental property is a ‘passive’ investment. There are demands on both a landlord’s time and cash flow. Just […] View article >
Here at Northwood, our 85+ offices around the U.K. have their finger on the pulse of the local property scene and know when a market is heating up. The signs are often simple to see: 1. Increasing infrastructure such as improving communication links. 2. Big businesses moving to an area, providing more jobs and more […] View article >