The Iles & Jenkin Team

Is there life beyond section 21? Serving a notice under section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, has been one route for private landlords to seek possession of their property after the end of a fixed term of an assured shorthold...

Here at Iles and Jenkin, we work extremely hard to ensure that the tenants that we move into our properties are always fully referenced, fully communicated with and therefore fully understand their responsibilities. This leads to...

Is your property ‘sticking’ around? What are you talking about? Of course, we bought the house we saw! Yes, you bought the house you viewed with us, but was it the property that you originally called us about? Had it even been...

Ban on agent fees being passed onto Landlords? Not here! Well, if you have even just a passing interest in property and have half an eye on the news, you can’t have missed all of the reporting in the media over the last few days...

It’s the situation every Landlord and Tenant dread; an ongoing dispute over a tenancy deposit. It causes stress, is time-consuming and can be expensive – for both sides. A report which came out recently showed that disputes...

What the 2025 UK Budget Really Means for Landlords (No BS — and Why It’s Not All Bad News) The Chancellor has finally delivered the 2025 Budget - and while the headlines are already screaming about higher taxes and a new...

What Should You as a Landlord Look for in Your Property Insurance? Whether you own one rental property or a growing portfolio, having the right insurance in place is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your...

Why Landlords Should Use Our Management Plus Service - and Why Tenants Should Always Prioritise Paying Their Rent With the new Renters’ Rights Act coming into force next May, there has been a lot of discussion - particularly...

Are All Letting Agents the Same? Here’s Why the Answer Is “Absolutely Not.” Recently, we asked AI to generate a list of qualities landlords should look for in a reputable letting agent. The results were sensible -...

Winter Home Tips for Tenants: How to Prepare Your Property and Avoid Common Cold-Weather Problems Winter is just around the corner, and as temperatures drop, rental homes can face a few seasonal challenges. A little preparation...