The Benefits Of Using A Property Management Company
Becoming a Landlord can be a very rewarding experience. More often than not your investment will return a steady flow of income. This unfortunately isn’t always the case as some landlords end up with tenants who don’t pay their rent on time, or damage the property resulting in costly repairs. It’s at this point most […]
Landlord Tips: Getting Ready For Winter
With Halloween behind us that means it’s time to get ready for the coming cold winter months. What exactly do landlords need to be aware of as we head into winter? Properties can suffer if not tended to for a long time… and winter is exactly when those issues will arise. Here are some tips […]
Reminder: New Property Tax System Registration
With the recent overhaul of the Property Tax System in Ireland comes new responsibilities for homeowners to get their properties valued before the deadline of November 7th 2021. Here are a few more points you should be aware of under the new system. Exemptions There are certain cases where you may be exempt from paying […]
Buy-To-Let : The Beginner’s Guide
1. Do Your Research Entering the Buy-To-Let market, especially at the moment, is a big commitment. Before you take the plunge, make sure your money wouldn’t perform better elsewhere. If you are ready however, then make sure to do your research before investing. Investing in property has been remarkably profitable for some, but it is […]
Green Mortgages – What you should know
So called Green Mortgages are now available at very low rates from most major lenders, but recently Bank of Ireland announced the lowest yet at just 2%. So who can qualify and is it worth it? New homes Major lenders have recognised their role in aiding our shift towards a carbon neutral society and as […]
Landlord Tips: Your First Rental Property
Taking on your first rental property can be quite daunting to most first time investors. Here re some quick tips to help you make sure you are on the right track from the start. 1. The Right Location No one wants to be stuck with a property in an area that isn’t growing or with […]
The Future is Green
The importance of investing in so-called ‘Green Buildings’ will be at the forefront of developing and investing over the coming decades. The now obvious climate change crisis is something no one can hide from and as an industry, investment and construction will have to play it’s part. The house is on fire. “I want you […]
Landlord Guide: Claiming Expenses
As a private landlord you are able to claim back expenses for your property like maintenance and upkeep etc and while many choose to avail of the services of a property management company who can look after all of those issues for you, many choose to go it alone. So what are the details around […]
House Prices Continue To Rise
Earlier in the year, we discussed how house prices were predicted to rise by up to 6% in 2021. Well, it’s only September and already prices have risen by an average of 9% in what has been called an ‘Aggressive’ market, with prices outside Dublin rising faster than in the city. Will it continue to […]
Landlord Tips: How to save big on energy costs
Energy costs are soaring again and with Winter only around the corner, it’s time to review how you as a property owner can maximise your savings and help the environment at the same time. Green Energy Some time ago we spoke about the need for the construction industry to embrace more environmentally friendly construction methods […]
