How to be a landlord?

Siouxsie32

G_M wrote: »

OK - despite my statement above, one more post here as it's for you susie!

Answer to your question is in post 73 above:


Why do I feel myself getting tetchy? Better go to bed soon....

Aw, hope I didn't make you tetchy G_M I guess I was just repeating out loud why I asked the question in the first place rather than asking you to say it again. All very helpful, I appreciate your reply. I did google it but since this post was up and running and a few experts such as yourself were around I thought I'd jump onboard and ask. It always helps when someone backs up your interpretation of the rules.

Now, shall I make you a cup of cocoa before you head to bed?

mrbadexample

G_M wrote: »

My first post pointed you at books, leglislation, landlords associations, websites......... READ THEM.

G_M, your posts have been invaluable, thank you. As for reading the information you supplied, that's exactly what I have been doing - hence my request about the rent books. No-one else on the thread had mentioned them - I found that when I was reading through the legislation. I just wanted to check that my interpretation was correct. It wouldn't have surprised me one bit if someone had replied: "oh no, you don't need those any more because..."

I'm sorry that you didn't think I was doing enough. There's quite a lot to go through, as I'm sure you are aware.

And this:

mrbadexample wrote: »

Aw c'mon, you can do better than that! I could have Googled it myself, but I'd still have to read the results.

is supposed to be humour. Sorry if you didn't get it.

I will almost certainly have future questions. Probably when things start to go pear-shaped. If you no long wish to assist me then that's ok - I'm grateful for the help you've given me anyway. :T

Cheers,
MBE

mrbadexample

prudryden wrote: »

What a great thread!! Some really funny comments. Good luck Mrbad - once you get going, it's a doddle. First rental is the hard one, then they get easier and easier. Sort of like riding a bike.

Thanks. Although I've got a feeling that it's happening the wrong way round, and we've got the easy one to start with. Which could make things very interesting if eventually acquire further properties.

Yorkie1

The trouble with light-hearted humour is that constant repetition of it on this thread is giving me the impression that you have gone into this with a completely cavalier attitude, happy to only find out what your responsibilities are towards the people who are relying on you to give them a legal roof over their head when things go wrong. That is hardly fair on your tenants, is it?

That may not be your actual attitude but if I was your tenant and I saw that you couldn't be bothered to put yourself to any efforts to find out properly what you should be doing by (e.g. joining a LL's association) then I don't think I'd have any confidence in you as a LL. Why don't your current tenants merit you knowing what you're doing? Why would you only consider joining an association if you plan to get more properties? Each property is an individual tenant's home and one is not less important than more than one.

theartfullodger

Tenant may be reading this thread and realizing what a plonker they have for a Landlord.

Cheers!!

Artful

mrbadexample

Yorkie1 wrote: »

The trouble with light-hearted humour is that constant repetition of it on this thread is giving me the impression that you have gone into this with a completely cavalier attitude, happy to only find out what your responsibilities are towards the people who are relying on you to give them a legal roof over their head when things go wrong. That is hardly fair on your tenants, is it?

I don't mind what impression you have of me. The fact is I was underprepared when I entered into this venture. I have no problem in admitting that. But to suggest that I'm not taking it seriously is way off the mark. Just because I'm doing it with a smile and a bit of lighthearted banter doesn't mean I'll fall short of what is required.

Yorkie1 wrote: »

...if I was your tenant and I saw that you couldn't be bothered to put yourself to any efforts to find out properly what you should be doing by (e.g. joining a LL's association) then I don't think I'd have any confidence in you as a LL. Why don't your current tenants merit you knowing what you're doing? Why would you only consider joining an association if you plan to get more properties? Each property is an individual tenant's home and one is not less important than more than one.

Where do you get the idea that I haven't bothered to find out what I should be doing? This thread's here isn't it? Do you have any idea how much reading & research I've done over the weekend? Thought not...

I don't see the need to join a LL association at this time. When I find a problem that I think I can only solve by joining one, then I'll join one.

What you've also completely failed to consider is that I have not entered into this on my own. I have a partner in this venture, who knows a lot more than I do (not difficult, admittedly ). However, I'd like to bring myself up to speed - I don't want to be, and will not be, the weak link in the partnership. I need to know what's what so if he's on holiday or otherwise out of the picture, I know what I'm doing.

I also fail to see how you equate my current lack of knowledge with the tenants suffering in some way. If they have a problem, all they have to do is call me and it'll get sorted. What scenario can you envisage where my tenants will suffer?

mrbadexample

theartfullodger wrote: »

Tenant may be reading this thread and realizing what a plonker they have for a Landlord.

Cheers!!

Artful

Note to tenant: You might think your new landlord is a plonker, but you would be wise not to underestimate him.

mrbadexample

So, something I haven't been able to find out thus far:

How is the maximum permitted occupancy calculated please?

Thanks,
MBE

heathcote123

Yorkie1 wrote: »

The trouble with light-hearted humour is that constant repetition of it on this thread is giving me the impression that you have gone into this with a completely cavalier attitude, happy to only find out what your responsibilities are towards the people who are relying on you to give them a legal roof over their head when things go wrong. That is hardly fair on your tenants, is it?

That may not be your actual attitude but if I was your tenant and I saw that you couldn't be bothered to put yourself to any efforts to find out properly what you should be doing by (e.g. joining a LL's association) then I don't think I'd have any confidence in you as a LL. Why don't your current tenants merit you knowing what you're doing? Why would you only consider joining an association if you plan to get more properties? Each property is an individual tenant's home and one is not less important than more than one.

It's like having a house but not living in it, it's almost that simple. No need for the amateur dramatics.

heathcote123

mrbadexample wrote: »

So, something I haven't been able to find out thus far:

How is the maximum permitted occupancy calculated please?

Thanks,
MBE

You tell them how many people can live there.