Are HMO's trending in 2023?
By The SJM Properties Team Are HMO’s trending in 2023?
HMO is an abbreviated term for ‘House in Multiple Occupation’, specifically it is a house or flat shared by a number of tenants who rent their rooms and shared communal space (e.g.,...
Is there a shortage of rental properties?
By The SJM Properties Team Is there a shortage of rental properties?
Yes, from our experience the shortage is very apparent from a supply and demand perspective. This can be explained by the higher interest rates making it more costly to obtain a...
Pre-Move in Legislation for Landlords
By The SJM Properties Team Legislation you need to be aware of pre-move in!
It can be tricky to keep up to date with the ever-changing legislation so please find below a brief checklist of legislation to consider before you can rent your...
Landlord Insurance
By The SJM Properties Team Landlord Insurance
Landlords, if you have been keeping up with our blogs, you’ll know we recently explained Rent Guarantee Insurance and the benefits of it but while we are on the subject, we thought it important to...
What does a ‘fully managed’ service consist of?
By The SJM Properties Team What does a ‘fully managed’ service consist of?
Have you bought a buy to let property and found yourself debating whether to have it fully managed or not? Perhaps you are wondering what ‘fully managed’ really...
Moving checklist
By The SJM Properties Team Moving Checklist
Moving to a new home can be a stressful and daunting experience so we have created a step-by-step guide on things to consider once you have secured your property - we hope you find it...
How to Add Value to Your Property
By The SJM Properties Team How to Add Value to Your Property
With current rental values being almost at peak, its unlikely landlords will reap the benefits of costly renovations so we thought we could suggest five simple ways of maximising rental...
What do applicants look for when renting in Taunton?
By The SJM Properties Team What do applicants look for when renting in Taunton?
In general, our properties have had a record high volume of interest, this could be put down to the dramatic hike in interest rates making it so expensive to obtain a...
Happy Spring everyone
By The SJM Properties Team Happy Spring everyone!
The season is nearly upon us and after those chilly winter months its finally time to open the windows and get outside to enjoy the daffodils and smell of fresh cut grass! And why not take the...
Landlord Rent Guarantee Protection
By The SJM Properties Team Rent Guarantee Insurance Defined
Rent Guarantee Insurance is a form of landlord cover whereby in the event a tenant defaults on their rent, the insurer will pay it instead. In addition to providing up to 15 months...