Hawes & Co blog

In this blog post, we've put together a group of properties ideal for investors looking to expand their portfolio or break into the lettings market.

Maintaining your investment property is crucial for a number of reasons. In this blog post, we will explore why having a long-term maintenance plan is vital for landlords.

In this blog post, we will run through the current state and potential impacts of the Leasehold Reform Act and the Renters Reform Bill.

To help you sort through all the information released in the Autumn Statement, we’ve compiled a list of four main announcements that could impact landlords.

We’ve put together a list of safety checks and risks you should look out for to make sure your home is as safe from fire as it can be.

We’ve put together a list of things to do to prepare your property and make sure you aren’t hit with any nasty maintenance surprises this winter.

In this blog we run through the different types of damp, what the landlord's responsibilities for damp and mould are, and how to deal with them.

In this blog, we'll go through what fully managed letting is, explore the reasons why landlords should opt for a fully managed service, and what qualities to look for in an experienced agent like Hawes & Co.

If you're a first-time landlord, or a current landlord who just wants a refresher, read our blog on EPCs, what they are, and how your home can meet the minimum energy efficiency standards.

We answer all the questions you might have as a landlord about gas safety checks to make sure your property is legally compliant.

A quick look at landlord insurance, what it is, and whether you need it for your rental property.

It’s vital that as a landlord you’re keeping your property up to the legal standards, especially when it comes to fire safety.