The All Things Property Podcast

Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast with Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler. In this episode, the spotlight is on guarantors, a sometimes misunderstood but crucial part of the rental process.  Simon and Ian  cut through the jargon to explain exactly what being a guarantor means, who is eligible, and the true extent of the responsibilities involved.  They tackle common misconceptions, the impac...

Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast, where Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler break down the realities of property management in a rapidly changing legislative landscape.  To get the resource we mentioned, simply email simon@prefprop.com, and we'll send it over.  This week, we’re tackling what it really takes to end a tenancy under the new rules. Gone are the days of quick, straightforwar...

Welcome back to the All Things Property Podcast with Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler, your go-to source for honest, straight-talking property advice in Birmingham and beyond. This week, we dive into breaking political news: Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation and the rising possibility of Andy Burnham stepping in as Prime Minister. What could a Burnham government mean for landlords, the private rented secto...

Wear and Tear Explained: Avoiding Common Deposit Disputes for Landlords and Tenants. Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast. In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler return for Part 2 of their deep dive into fair wear and tear, an essential topic for landlords and tenants alike.  This week, they break down what landlords can and cannot deduct from a deposit, tackle the importance of de...

What Counts as Fair Wear and Tear in Rental Properties? Welcome back to the All Things Property Podcast with Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler. In this episode, we dive into one of the most debated issues in property management: fair wear and tear.  Is it just the natural ageing of a property, or does it cross the line into damage for which a tenant is liable?  Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler break down their...

Reporting Repairs Made Easy: Communication Tips for Tenants and Landlords - Ep. 28. Episode Introduction Welcome to the All Things Property Podcast! In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into one of the most common, and sometimes contentious, aspects of property management: reporting repairs.  From the moment a tenant spots a leak or faulty appliance to the landlord’s responsibility in...

Rethinking Property Inspections: Maintenance, Trust and Communication - Ep. 27.  Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast. In today's episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sader dive into one of the most misunderstood aspects of property management: inspections.  Far from being a landlord's excuse to check up on tenants, regular inspections, handled with respect and open communication, are...

Most tenants sign a tenancy agreement without really reading it. And most landlords rely on clauses they've never actually checked are enforceable. In this episode of All Things Property, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler walk through the key clauses that matter, the ones that cause problems and the ones that protect both sides. What You'll Learn: - What a tenancy agreement actually is and why...

 How to Handle Late Rent Payments as a Landlord | ATP Ep. 25 Late rent rarely starts with a big dramatic moment. It starts small: a day here, a week there, and before you know it, it's a pattern. In this episode of All Things Property, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler break down what landlords should actually do when rent payments start slipping. What You'll Learn:  • How rent dates are set an...

Starting a Tenancy Right: The Landlord Compliance Checklist That Could Save Your Property | Ep. 24. To get my start of tenancy checklist send me an email at simon@prefprop.com and I'll get it over to you.  One missing document. That's all it takes to lose a court case and potentially your property. In this episode of the All Things Property Podcast, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler walk throug...

Understanding the Landlord Database and What It Means for Rental Compliance - Ep. 23. Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast. In this final episode of our special series on the Renters' Rights Act, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dig deep into the upcoming requirement for every landlord to register their rental property. With a shift toward a national property portal, they break down how...

Who Decides on Pets in Rentals? Navigating the New Legislation for Landlords and Tenants - Ep. 22. Welcome to this episode of The All Things Property Podcast, where Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler tackle one of the most hotly debated topics in the rental market: pets in rental properties.  With guest Ted quietly observing, the conversation cuts through corporate scripts and explores the real questions:...

Can Landlords Still Raise Rents Under New Legislation? Clarifying the Section 13 Process - Ep. 21. Welcome to The All Things Property Podcast. In today’s episode, we tackle a crucial question facing landlords: How can landlords still increase rent after the new legislation comes into effect? Host, Simon Bacon with Ian Sadler, dives straight into the realities of rent increases under the new Renter...

How the Renters’ Rights Act Reshapes Tenancies and What It Means for Landlords and Tenants - Ep. 20. Episode Introduction Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast. In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into the real-world impact of the Renters' Rights Act, focusing specifically on the dramatic shift from fixed-term tenancy agreements to open-ended periodic tenancies.  They b...

What Happens After Section 21 Abolition? A Practical Guide for Landlords and Tenants - Ep. 19. Episode Introduction Welcome to the All Things Property Podcast, where we cut through the corporate script and get real about the changing landscape of property.  In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive deep into the practical realities of regaining possession when Section 21 is abolished.  How...

What the Renters' Rights Act Really Means for Landlords and Tenants - Ep. 18. Welcome to the All Things Property Podcast! In this episode, hosts Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler kick off a deep dive into one of the biggest changes to hit the rental sector in decades, the Renters’ Rights Act. Set to come into force on May 1st, this act brings significant shifts for both landlords and tenants, includ...

Making Tax Digital Explained: What Landlords Need to Know - Ep. 17. Welcome to another episode of The All Things Property Podcast, where Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into the real-world challenges and changes facing landlords and property investors today. In this episode, they shed light on Making Tax Digital (MTD), what it actually means for landlords and self-employed property owners, why it’...

Landlords, Are You Really Saving Money by Self-Managing Your Rental? - Ep. 16 Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast. In this episode, hosts Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive deep into the world of self-managing landlords, asking the tough question: does doing it all yourself really save you time, money, and stress or are you missing some hidden benefits by not partnering with a letting age...

Landlord Decisions: Sell, Hold or Invest in Today’s Market? - Ep. 15. Welcome to this episode of The All Things Property Podcast, where Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dig into one of the hottest topics in the current property landscape: is now really the right time for landlords to sell up, or could it be the smartest moment to hold onto your properties or even invest further? With headlines full of c...

What Leaseholders Need to Know About Ground Rent Changes and Selling Your Property - Ep. 14. Welcome to another episode of The All Things Property Podcast! In this week’s instalment, hosts Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler, along with guest hound, Ted, dive deep into the often misunderstood world of ground rent and leasehold properties. With their signature straight-talking, practical style, Simon Bacon...

Understanding the Renters Rights Act: Key Changes Every Landlord and Tenant Needs to Know - Ep, 13. Welcome to another episode of The All Things Property Podcast! In this episode, hosts Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler take a deep dive into the highly anticipated Renters' Rights Act and what these sweeping changes mean for both landlords and tenants. With the end of Section 21 notices, all tenancie...

Navigating EPC Changes and Rental Property Standards for Landlords and Tenants - Ep. 12. Welcome to The All Things Property Podcast!  In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive into the changing landscape of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and new housing quality regulations.  Together, they explore how upcoming government reforms, like the move toward stricter EPC standards and the D...

How Letting Agents and Landlords Decide on the Best Tenant - Ep. 11. Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast! In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian tackle one of the most pressing topics in today’s rental market: how tenants can stand out in a sea of applicants.  With properties in such high demand and so few available, finding a rental can feel a lot like a job interview, preparation, pres...

The Truth About Tenancy Deposits: Safeguards, Inventories, and Communication - Ep. 10. Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast!  In this episode, Simon Bacon and Ian Sadler dive deep into one of the thornier subjects of lettings. Security deposits! If you've ever wondered why deposits exist, what really counts as "fair wear and tear," or how an inventory can save both landlo...

Move Out Made Easy: A Guide for Landlords and Tenants - Ep. 09. Welcome back to The All Things Property Podcast!  In this episode, host Simon Bacon with Ian Sadler tackle a topic that every landlord and tenant will encounter, the ideal move out process.  Move-outs can often be a source of stress and confusion, but today’s honest conversation aims to change that.  Drawing from years of personal exp...