"If you are a landlord wanting to give your property the best chance of finding that all-important tenant in the New Year, here are a few things you can do over the next few weeks to ensure that your home is ready to hit the market in January."

"As shortages of available rental stock begin to ease, it’s more important than ever for landlords to present their properties in the best possible condition."

"A triple whammy of financial and regulatory pressures will drive a wedge between smaller, more indebted landlords and larger investors with less exposure to mortgage debt, who are better placed to capitalise on future rental growth"

"Fine-tune what really matters and dive in with your best offer."