Posts by Alison McMullan

Selling a property isn’t one-size-fits-all. While traditional estate agency sales work well in many cases, property auctions can be a faster, more decisive route—especially for certain types of homes or situations. Here are seven signs your property may actually perform better at be suitable for auction. 1. You Need a Fast Sale If speed matters—because…

Not every property sale is about chasing record prices or maximising capital growth. Sometimes, success looks very different. For one landlord in Coventry, success meant something far simpler — to sell quickly, with certainty and a stress-free exit from a property that had fulfilled its purpose but was no longer aligned with his goals. A…

How to find a good tenant? How to find a good tenant is one of the biggest challenges facing landlords today. One bad tenant can lead to rent arrears, legal disputes, and thousands in lost income. With the Renters’ Rights Act making possession claims more complex, choosing the right applicant has never been more important.…

Property auctions still carry a few outdated assumptions. For many people, the word “auction” brings to mind distressed properties, bargain hunters, or fast sales at any cost. Modern online auctions couldn’t be further from that image. Today, they’re a structured, transparent, and increasingly mainstream way to sell property—used by homeowners, investors, and probate sellers who…

The Renters’ Rights Act is set to bring some of the most significant changes to the private rented sector in years. For landlords, staying informed isn’t just helpful—it’s essential to avoiding costly landlord mistakes. Failing to understand the new rules could result in compliance issues, legal disputes, or even financial penalties. Even experienced landlords are…

The Renters’ Rights Act introduced strong protections for tenants, but it also gives you a clear legal framework if you need to regain possession of your property under specific circumstances. One of the key provisions is possession Ground 1A, which allows you to repossess a property if you genuinely intend to sell it. Selling a…

With headlines circulating about the end of no fault eviction, it’s no surprise that many landlords are feeling confused or even concerned. For context, Section 21 has been the legal route that allowed landlords to evict tenants without giving a specific reason — a “no fault” eviction. While Section 21 is indeed being abolished, the…