Victoria Whitlock

Homes & Property

Why landlords are at risk of incurring a £5,000 fine from this week

Strict new laws will dictate what a landlord can and can't ask tenants to pay for. Both sides need to know the rules
28 May 2019
Renting

Why landlords are at risk of incurring a £5,000 fine from this week

Strict new laws will dictate what a landlord can and can't ask tenants to pay for. Both sides need to know the rules

24 May 2019
Homes & Property

Why I'll only rent rooms to people who have things in common

The accidental landlord learns from her past mistakes and works hard to find a blend of sharers who'll get along well together.
18 May 2019
Renting

Why I'll only rent rooms to people who have things in common

The accidental landlord learns from her past mistakes and works hard to find a blend of sharers who'll get along well together.

17 May 2019
Homes & Property

I am sick of dirty, untidy renters — here's what I plan to do about it

The accidental landlord has spent £20,000 making her shared flat gorgeous. Now she's laying down rules for tenants to make sure it stays that way.
14 May 2019
Renting

I am sick of dirty, untidy renters — here's what I plan to do about it

The accidental landlord has spent £20,000 making her shared flat gorgeous. Now she's laying down rules for tenants to make sure it stays that way.

13 May 2019
Renting

What landlords need to know before offering short-term lets

You can charge hotel prices when letting a property for a night or two but if you get a few 'psycho teens' who decide to trash the place, don't say you weren't warned by the accidental landlord

7 May 2019
Renting

Why abolishing Section 21 isn't a big deal for the accidental landlord

The abolition of Section 21 — the right to evict tenants — sounds alarming for landlords but it isn’t such a big deal.

29 Apr 2019
Homes & Property

Will abolishing Section 21 really help tenants?

Campaigners trying to boost renters’ security are piling pressure on private landlords — but they’re also doing vulnerable tenants a disservice.
15 Apr 2019
Renting

Will abolishing Section 21 really help tenants?

Campaigners trying to boost renters’ security are piling pressure on private landlords — but they’re also doing vulnerable tenants a disservice.

16 Apr 2019
Renting

Easy-to-clean and rust-free bathroom renovation tips for shared houses

The accidental landlord rips out the bath at her rental house to install a super-luxe shower that’s a cinch to keep mould-free.

15 Apr 2019
Homes & Property

Why I have to evict my perfect tenant

Campaigners trying to boost renters’ security are piling pressure on private landlords — but they’re also doing vulnerable tenants a disservice.
17 Sept 2018
Renting

Why I have to evict my perfect tenant

Campaigners trying to boost renters’ security are piling pressure on private landlords — but they’re also doing vulnerable tenants a disservice.

15 Apr 2019
Renting

Smoking and late rent are the final straw for the accidental landlord

My tenant's bad attitude is one thing, but late rental payments and dope smoking are the limit

29 Mar 2019
Homes & Property

The key considerations for landlords decorating a rental flat

When Victoria Whitlock goes on a buying spree for her rental house refurb, her husband steps in to curb her spending habit.
26 Mar 2019
Renting

The key considerations for landlords decorating a rental flat

When Victoria Whitlock goes on a buying spree for her rental house refurb, her husband steps in to curb her spending habit.

26 Mar 2019
Homes & Property

The new law which means tenants can now take their landlords to court

Victoria Whitlock warns fellow landlords not to ignore tenants’ moans about damp or blocked drains. A new law in force from March 20, 2019 will trap the rogues …or she might just use her stern ‘mum voice’
19 Mar 2019
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Renting

The new law which means tenants can now take their landlords to court

Victoria Whitlock warns fellow landlords not to ignore tenants’ moans about damp or blocked drains. A new law in force from March 20, 2019 will trap the rogues …or she might just use her stern ‘mum voice’

19 Mar 2019
Homes & Property

Why landlords need to be well prepared for death

They say nothing’s certain in life but death and taxes. With her cash tied up in property, the accidental landlord acts now to save her loved ones an almighty headache when she pops off.
19 Mar 2019
Renting

Why landlords need to be well prepared for death

They say nothing’s certain in life but death and taxes. With her cash tied up in property, the accidental landlord acts now to save her loved ones an almighty headache when she pops off.

19 Mar 2019
Homes & Property

Property viewings via Facetime make for entertaining flat tours

Victoria Whitlock is happy to show a prospective renter around her flat with the help of technology - but you can't do a deal without old-fashioned paperwork.
4 Mar 2019