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Whether you're a landlord, property developer, or simply looking for services for your own home, the POD Knowledge Base contains everything you need to know about property. From buying and selling, to renting and refurbishment, the POD Knowledge Team have got it covered.

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CategoryDescriptionArticles
Buying abroadMore people than ever are investing in property abroad, and with incentives such as cheap flights, a faster than ever...4
Buying at auction Buying at auction is very popular among investors, and particularly among those looking to let, as auction purchases can...4
Buying off-plan Buying ‘off plan’ is when you buy a property directly from the developer before construction on the property has...4
Extensions and Conversions When considering refurbishment, there are a number of things you need to consider: don’t let your tenants to it,...4
Financing your purchase Being a landlord is an exciting and potentially lucrative venture, but one that requires careful financial planning. The first...10
Finding tenantsSo you’ve got a property. And it’s looking good: newly-painted, sparkling clean - the works. Now all you have to...4
Finding the right propertyWhen starting out as a landlord, you are faced with numerous choices, many of which may represent new territory for...10
Furnishing and refurbishingYou’ve done the research, you’ve signed the papers: the property is now yours. Before you start advertising, though, you’ll need...2
Insurance As a landlord, your insurance needs are more complex than that of normal home insurance and you will need...8
Inventories The best way to ensure your tenants take good care of your property is to provide an up-to-date and detailed...4
Legal obligationsAs a landlord entering into a contract with your tenants, both you and your tenants should be aware of your...4
Maintenance and RepairsYour buy-to-let property is a big investment and it’s essential to protect that investment by doing the right maintenance and...4
Resolving disputes  All landlords hope for a harmonious relationship with their tenants, and the same may be said vice versa, but...6
Safety   It is essential for landlords to be sure that their properties comply with current safety regulations in force...4
Student letsStudent lets generally fall under the definition of Houses in Multiple Occupation. HMOs have specific legal requirements and can be...6
Tax mattersAs a landlord, your tax situation is much more complicated than that of a regular employee on a salary. Depending...6
Tenancy agreementsThe process that follows the selection of a tenant is a crucial one: this is the time to iron out...6
Using agents Buying and letting property is a time-consuming business, involving commitment and expertise. If you already have a lot on...4