The Olympus Blog

Here are ten ways to prevent a minor mishap or major disaster at your rental property this winter.

For many people, winter really is the most wonderful time of the year, a chance to crunch through frosty...

In this two-minute read, we look at some quick and simple ways to enhance your property’s energy efficiency level and/or reduce your energy bills.

Energy is a hot topic. From price hikes to conserving...

To find out what it takes to manage several rental properties, read our guide, the Five Rs of Making the Most of Your Property Portfolio.

A property portfolio is a great way to generate income and build...

A significant shift in how landlords file tax returns is looming on the horizon. Here’s what landlords need to know about the changes.

If you’re a landlord with a taxable income of more than £10,000,...

In this quick read, we look at ways to maximise your budget and get the home you’ve always wanted.

Buying a home comes with a lot of dreams, needs and wants, but there’s another consideration, too –...

In this two-minute read, we look at rent protection insurance in detail to help you decide whether you need it.

The rental market is a tough place to be, especially in the current economic climate.With...

Homebuyers are heavily influenced by what they see, smell and hear, so here’s a guide to ensuring your property appeals to their senses.

Did you know that when it comes to impressing a buyer, you have just...

In this quick read, we look at why landlords aren’t always immune to recessions and ways you can protect your rental portfolio.

Recessions hit everyone right where it hurts: in the pocket. Everyone feels...

How to Handle Property Chain Uncertainty in Scotland

The economic events of recent months have prompted plenty of to-ing and fro-ing in the housing market.While some buyers and sellers in Glasgow and...

You’ll have seen plenty of ghosts and ghouls trick-or-treating tonight, but here are three frightening scenarios that haunt landlords all year round.

Being a landlord can sometimes be unpredictable – but...