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Theming your HMO to attract the right tenants for your property The key to creating a harmonious House of Multiple Occupants is to create the right mix of tenants within the property. One way to support this is to theme your HMO. By theming your HMO, you will tend to attract tenants with similar backgrounds…

Tips for managing your HMO Managing an HMO is an ongoing process. Even when you think you have filled the property and have the perfect combination of tenants, it is unlikely to last long. By their very nature, tenancies in HMOs tend to be short and more changeable. A house of multiple occupants or HMO…

Buying a rental property with sitting tenants If you are a landlord looking to expand your portfolio, or you are buying your first rental property, it is worth taking the time to consider the advantages and disadvantages of buying a rental property with sitting tenants. What are sitting tenants? A sitting tenant is someone who…

Can a landlord refuse to let me have pets in rental properties? The issue of pets in rental properties is an ongoing one. Due to new coverage of proposed changes that would force landlords to allow pets in rental properties, many tenants now believe that they are entitled to have pets in their rental property….