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If you’re a landlord, when it comes to letting out your property, you need and deserve the peace of mind that comes with professionalism and trust. Step forward ARLA Propertymark. And yes, we ARE members. Here’s why. In this blog, we’re all about accreditation. In...

We’re all feeling the squeeze, so we’ve put together some great ideas to keep you entertained without breaking the bank. Here at Clarity Property Management, we know this much is true: if you’re studying and living here in Brighton and Hove it’s likely that you love...

Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management offers some sage advice for renters. Let’s start with some good news. Surprisingly good news, even. If you are a fabulous tenant you are in demand. In a world where everything is getting more expensive,...

Some positive developments in the rented property sector, de-coded by Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management Whilst the attention of the press was last week fully focused on the absence on health grounds of our longest ever-reigning monarch,...

Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management on how it can all go horribly wrong in the property sector. And, more to the point – brilliantly well. What works, what doesn’t? And, why does getting it right matter to you as a landlord? Just a quick,...

What impact could the recent Spring Statement have on YOU as a Landlord for the rest of 2022, and into next year? And, should you be concerned? Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management reflects on the key take-aways for landlords. A week, as...

More pen-pushing paperwork, or an essential imperative for landlords? You decide. We think you’ll favour the latter way of thinking, rather than the former. In our opinion here at Clarity Property Management, the inventories that we organise for your tenants are...

There are tighter rules on the way for landlords. These ones concern energy efficiency ratings. Here at Clarity Property Management, we’ve done our homework for you. Let Clarity’s Negotiator, Ted McKechnie, walk you through everything you need to know about Energy...

In this blog, we’re talking money. Or to be more precise, your money. For landlords, cash out could equal (more) cash in, and we’re happy to explain how. Here are five things that really work. Here at Clarity Property Management, we know that achieving a healthy...

Talitha Burgess, Managing Director Clarity Property Management talks about an issue that’s just about to affect landlords and tenants alike. In fact, all of us. If you rent out your property, what’s the best thing to do RIGHT NOW We’re just about to experience what...

Some early New Year advice and support for renters, courtesy of Talitha Burgess, Managing Director at Clarity Property Management Here at Clarity, we’ve already had quite a few enquiries from tenants, and in particular those raising questions and concerns about their...

Renting out your property isn’t always a bed of roses. In fact, not unlike your garden, being an excellent landlord needs regular care and attention. Talitha Burgess, Managing Director at Clarity Property Management, offers some top tips for landlording perfection....

Clarity Property Management understands that as a landlord, you have a long To Do list. And, it’s easy to get things wrong. Here are the top 5 mistakes that landlords make – clearly laid-out so that you can avoid them. With several years’ experience in the rental...

Talitha Burgess takes you through your essential guide to tax. If you’re a landlord, we’d like to offer some clarity on the taxing matter of tax. Is this the most exciting blog that you will ever read? Most likely, no. But if you’re new to renting out your property,...

Energy efficiency is the hot topic of the moment. Talitha Burgess, MD of Clarity Property Management has some timely advice for landlords Worldwide events can, and often do affect all of us. Here at Clarity, we always keep an eye on the news. Not only do new property...

Some encouraging yet above all, practical advice from Talitha Burgess, Managing Director at Clarity Property Management. That horrible realisation that you don’t have enough funds in your bank account, or anywhere for that matter, to pay your rent. Many people have...

Our apprentice, Imogen Trevett, gives a round-up of her first year working at Clarity Property Management. Imogen joined us as an apprentice in October 2020. It is Imogen’s first job since leaving college. So, after 12 months in the job, we wanted to find out how...

Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management has done her research, so you don’t have to. Briefly, there’s reform on the cards, and we think you need to know about it. Another month, and another piece of legislation afoot, with some key...

Possession update: what you need to know about possession from October 1 2021 The Government has laid legislation that will return notice periods to their pre-pandemic levels in England from 1 October 2021.Possession notice periods have been changed multiple times...

There’s good news about gardens. Ted McKechnie, Negotiator at Clarity Property Management offers some advice to landlords and would-be landlords lucky enough to have properties with outside spaces. Are YOU making the most of yours in a competitive rental market? In...

Welcome to loads of incredibly valuable tips from Tracy Adams, Clarity Property Management’s Property Manager, who knows a thing or two about the practicalities of moving into a new property.   Why not print off this list and stick it on the fridge in your new...

Here’s our user-friendly, jargon-free guide for landlords with all the information you need at your fingertips on the new legislation regarding evictions and notice periods. Hopefully, you won’t need it, but… Further to our recent blog about growth in the rental...

Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management brings glad tidings to a sector previously stricken by the pandemic. Now is the time to consider renting out your property – here’s why. Here at Clarity Property Management, we’re looking on the bright...

Seen a place to rent online that takes your fancy? Here are the main things you need to know and ask – before you sign on the dotted line. Here at Clarity Property Management, we aim to support tenants in the same way as we do our landlords: professionally, and with...

Hotly anticipated by everyone, if you have a rental property portfolio, how was the Budget for you in particular? Talitha Burgess, MD of Clarity Property Management has sifted through the news – and has some useful information just for landlords. At the time of...

Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management has some news about our furry friends, and tenants with pets. Good news, or bad news? We’ve taken steps to ensure that it’s a positive move for landlords. Here’s everything you need to know. If you’re a...

Why use a letting agent? It’s that age-old dilemma.Why use a letting agent? There's always an internal tussle: whether to outsource some, or all of the work to an agency or bite the bullet and look after everything yourself. The first option involves handing over a...

Talitha Burgess, Managing Director of Clarity Property Management takes you through everything you need to know about the new laws affecting landlords and rental property agents. This is the new Right to Rent Scheme. Something to make everyone’s lives easier… The laws...

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As you may be aware, new Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 came into force on 1 June 2020. The regulations will apply to all new tenancies from 1 July 2020 and existing tenancies from 1 April 2021. Local authorities...

On 13 May, the Government announced that it will be easing restrictions for the property market in England. People who wish to move home can do so, but the advice does not represent a return to normal. Estate agents can now visit your home in order to take photos and...