Articles by Louise Carr
5 checks to consider when finding reliable tenants
The NRLA’s partner for providing Rent Guarantee Insurance, Rentguard, has shared some key tips for landlords on what to consider when finding reliable tenants.
5 common risks rented homes face and how to avoid them
There are a wide range of risks that landlords can face, whether that’s unreliable tenants, the rising costs associated with rental properties, or maintenance issues and damage within the property. Because of this, protecting your property from financial risks can be vital for managing a smooth and successful rental business. Understanding what to look out for and having suitable landlord insurance can help.
7 tips to help reduce the costs of an empty property
In the UK, many landlords experience periods where their rental properties remain vacant. Tenant turnover, a slower rental market, seasonal market fluctuations, and renovations can all play a part in explaining why many properties remain empty. To help mitigate and avoid these costs, read on for tips from Gallagher, the NRLA’s trusted Landlord Insurance partner.
How much can it cost to evict a tenant?
With many costs increasing for landlords, gaining repossession of a property can be no exception. Rentguard, the NRLA’s Legal Expenses and Rent Guarantee Insurance partner, has summarised what is typically involved in the eviction process and the costs it can incur.
Five property care tips for tenants
Gallagher, the NRLA’s trusted Landlord Insurance partner, has provided tips on what to remind tenants about throughout the year, to help avoid issues arising. Reducing the risk of property damage can help to avoid large maintenance costs. However, having suitable insurance can provide a financial safety net, just in case.
What do tenants look for in a rented home?
Rentguard, the NRLA’s Legal Expenses and Rent Guarantee Insurance partner, has provided tips on convincing reliable tenants to choose you and your property as their long-term landlord and home.
How can landlords protect against rent arrears and legal expenses?
Despite rigorous tenant checks and references, tenants defaulting on rent or other breaches of the tenancy agreement can be a risk for landlords. Evicting tenants can be costly and recuperating lost rent can also be expensive. Rentguard, the NRLA’s Legal Expenses and Rent Guarantee Insurance partner, has explained why suitable insurance for such risks can be important, including what it can cover and what happens if you need to make a claim.
Six tenant types to consider when buying insurance
When choosing a Landlord Insurance policy, it is possible that you will have to confirm the type of tenants you let your property to. Some insurance policies may have specific clauses or considerations based on the type of occupancy. It's important to provide the correct information when obtaining a quote. Gallagher, the NRLA’s trusted Landlord Insurance partner, has provided a breakdown of the different tenant types that may appear on a quote form.
Four tenant challenges for landlords to be aware of in 2025
Finding suitable tenants and then keeping them long term can be important for the success of your rental investment. Rentguard, the NRLA’s Legal Expenses and Rent Guarantee Insurance partner, has researched what landlords can look out for in 2025 and improvements they can make to help avoid rent arrears.
Five property concerns for landlords to prepare for in 2025
While buying to rent is a profitable source of income, it is not free of challenges. With the market continuously changing, if you own one or many rental properties, it's good to look ahead. Gallagher, the NRLA’s trusted Landlord Insurance partner, has put together some key areas to focus on in 2025 and onwards to help protect your investment.
