First-Time Landlord House Rental Prep Book

The Landlord’s Essential Guide to Getting It Right First Time: Become an Autopilot Landlord

By: J. M. Sarsfield

Narrated by: Peter Mosier

Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins

Publisher's summary

Have doubts about what you need to and should do to prepare your first UK rental property investment?

Discover the new legal requirements for landlords you will need to know to prevent you from being fined up to £30,000.

Understand why compiling a household management document will provide you with a valuable management tool, whereas just having a tenancy agreement falls massively short.

In this book you will discover:

• Legal must-dos to make sure your rental property is compliant or you will face big fines
• Critical areas to get right before you check in your first tenant to cut your ongoing rental property maintenance costs
• Why adding unnecessary extras can actually lower your ROI
• Boundary confrontations—avoid by planning ahead
• Plumbing and heating issues cost landlords so much more than they need to
• Twenty-nine criteria the local authority will use to judge you as a landlord and decide if your rental property is fit for human habitation

Even if you think you have it all nailed...I'll bet you haven’t!

Listen to this property rental book focusing on maintenance and in three hours you will be able to draw up a schedule to prepare and maintain your rental property.... You can then relax and feel in control and start landlording on autopilot!

Discover all this valuable guidance for less than the cost of a large pizza...and get a free bonus book on tackling damp in your rental!

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First-time Landlord house rental prep book

What a great book for new landlords. The author, who is an experienced landlord shares some of the mistakes that first-time landlords commonly make. He discusses the various roles of landlord, tenant, and householder, and how each of these roles has various duties and responsibilities. For example, the tenant needs to pay rent and maintain the property, whereas the householder may need to maintain the yard and garden. Usually, the tenant and householder are the same person. He then explains the importance of having a solid tenant agreement that explains the duties.

The author discusses the need for the landlord to have house insurance, along with requesting the tenant have their own personal property insurance. The author then explains the dos and don’ts, along with various strategies regarding yards, trees, bushes, windows, doors, locks, improvements, maintenance, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, appliances, gas, oil, and electrical checks, and heaters, water heaters, furniture, plumbing, burglar alarms, pets, and deposits, plus the need to leave instructions and supplies. Then he discusses the need to provide the tenant with a year-round maintenance schedule. I found the book to be very thorough and would recommend it to anyone who is planning to become a landlord, and thus reduce the threat of tenant issues and legal actions.

A Comprehensive No-Nonsense Guide

I recently had the opportunity to listen to the "First-Time Landlord House Rental Prep Book" by J. M. Sarsfield, and I found it to be expertly written and obviously by someone who knows what he is talking about. Someone who is completely new to the world of rental properties could conceivably be filled with doubts and uncertainties about what is needed to ensure a successful investment.
What I appreciated most about this book was its practical and straightforward approach. It didn't overwhelm me with unnecessary jargon or complex theories. Instead, it provided me with clear and concise information on the legal requirements for landlords in the UK. Learning about these legal obligations was eye-opening and will help me avoid potential fines that I wasn't even aware of.
Another aspect that stood out to me was the emphasis on thorough preparation and ongoing maintenance. The author stressed the importance of creating a household management document, which went beyond the basics of a tenancy agreement. I believe that this document will prove to be an invaluable tool in organizing and managing rental properties effectively.
The book also covered various critical areas that I hadn't even considered, such as ongoing maintenance costs, boundary issues, and plumbing and heating concerns.
Another important aspect the Author focuses on is meeting the criteria set by local authorities to ensure the property is fit for human habitation and much more.
For anyone thinking of becoming a landlord, I highly recommend it. It will save you from potential pitfalls “for less than the cost of a large pizza”. 😊

Useful information

I like that this audiobook is organized per section or item. It definitely makes it easier to find the information that way. Makes a lot of sense. This book is full of useful information and is written in an easy-to-digest manner. A worthwhile listen!

the guide to your basic income

I found this to be a well written guide on how to start building passive income in one of the greatest sectors of the economy to find wealth. Rental properties have proven to be a time worthy investment time and time again and with the guidance of this book you can find a way to generate revenue long term.

Helpful and Informative

When I got this book, I didn't realize that it is written for the UK rental market, but I decided to listen anyway. I was happy to find that though some of the legal situations may not match up for me in The States, I found a wealth of information that applies to rentals no matter where your rental property is located.

As I am strongly considering entering the rental investment business, I learned a lot. It's really going to save me money, time and frustration. I learned that some upgrades may actually hurt your ROI... I would have gotten in trouble with that for sure.

I appreciate that the author also includes organization and management help. I found this book to be very helpful and I'm sure you will too.

Can't wait to put these insights into practice

I recently listened to the First-Time Landlord House Rental Prep Book audiobook and was blown away by how helpful and informative it was. The narrator's voice made it easy to digest all of the critical information provided, from the legal requirements for landlords to the importance of setting the right rent.

One of the highlights of the book was the section on tenant screening. As someone who is looking into renting out my first property, I had no idea how important it was to screen potential tenants thoroughly. The book breaks down the process step-by-step and provides practical tips on how to run background checks and contact references.

Another highlight was the section on avoiding legal pitfalls. As someone who doesn't have a legal background, I found this section to be incredibly informative. The book covers everything from fair housing laws to safety regulations to lease agreements.

Overall, I highly recommend the First-Time Landlord House Rental Prep Book. It's a must-read for anyone who is interested in becoming a landlord, whether you're a seasoned real estate investor or a newbie like me. I'm confident that I'll be able to put what I've learned into practice and become a successful landlord.

Be a great landlord

If only my former landlords had listened to this audiobook! It’s filled with everything from legal, to social, to just basic sound advice about being a good landlord. I really enjoyed it. The narrator is good too! Totally recommend!

A Must-Have Guide for First-Time Landlords

As someone who recently embarked on the exciting journey of becoming a first-time landlord, I found this book to be an invaluable resource that provided a wealth of practical knowledge, expert advice, and actionable tips.

From cover to cover, the author's expertise and passion for the subject shine through, making it evident that they truly understand the concerns and challenges faced by individuals venturing into the world of property rental for the first time. What sets this book apart is its ability to distill complex concepts and legalities into easily digestible information, empowering readers to navigate the rental process with confidence.

I highly recommend this book for anyone setting out to rent their property or for those who already own rentals and need a refresher course!

So much info!

I thought that this book would be more of a guide on how to be a good landlord, but it was also packed full of really concrete, detailed info on how to manage/set up absolutely every aspect of your house and rental situation to avoid problems in the future. It even included things like the best paint finishes for each area of your house. I would highly recommend this for anyone thinking of getting into the rental industry.

Invaluable

As a new landlord I found the information in this book invaluable. It is easy to follow and contains everything you need to know. There were so many things I had not thought of before so it has been very useful. I found the bits on the legal requirements particularly useful but it also covers the importance of creating a household management document, boundary issues and meeting local authority requirements. Definitely something I will refer back to