Category: Features

Cash vs mortgage for buy-to-let? We break down real numbers from a 9-year case study to reveal which strategy delivers better ROI in property investing.

Many landlords lose money in ways they don’t even notice, from missed tenancy reviews to costly voids and compliance slip-ups. Learn how to spot these hidden costs and what to do instead.

Confused by property investment jargon? This straight-talking landlord glossary breaks down 12 key terms every UK investor should know from BRR and BMV to R2SA and NMLI. No fluff, just practical definitions and real-world tips.

Discover what HMRC doesn’t tell landlords about Making Tax Digital (MTD), from record-keeping traps to practical steps you can take now to avoid future stress. A must-read guide for landlords preparing for MTD.

Looking for the best property management software in 2025? Compare top UK tools for landlords and find out why PaTMa leads the pack.

Thinking about self-managing your rental property in 2025? This guide breaks down the real cost of letting agents, what self-management actually involves, and how to decide what’s right for you with honest insights and practical tips.

Voids can quietly drain your rental income, often more than you realise. Discover the real cost of empty properties and practical steps to reduce your void periods and protect your profits.

Is your rental portfolio really performing? Learn how to track yield, voids, maintenance, equity, and more, without drowning in spreadsheets.

Selling a buy-to-let property? From Capital Gains Tax to estate agent fees and mortgage exit costs, discover the true cost of selling and how to maximise your returns.

Struggling to find below market value (BMV) properties in a competitive market? Learn how to spot motivated sellers, track price drops, and uncover hidden deals, even when competition is high.

One of the most important questions a property investor can ask is - when is the right time to remortgage. In this post we delve into the considerations for remortgaging investment properties.

Discover why fallthrough properties are a hidden opportunity for property investors. Learn how to spot motivated sellers, negotiate better deals, and use tools like PaTMa’s Deal Finder to simplify your search.

Discover how landlords can breeze through tax returns with practical tips, tools like PaTMa, and strategies to stay organised year-round. Save time, reduce stress, and avoid penalties.

The Christmas season is a time for joy, family, and relaxation, but for landlords, it can also come with a unique set of challenges.

Managing properties is no small task. Between tracking rent payments, juggling expenses, and preparing for tax submissions, it can feel like a full-time job. Fortunately, the right tools can make these tasks far simpler, saving you time and effort while improving accuracy

The assets in your property, like boilers, washing machines, dishwashers etc, are important. Staying on top of them can save you time, money and effort in the longer term.

Looking for the perfect investment property? Explore PaTMa's Enhanced Property Search (EPS) tool with powerful filters designed to make your property investment journey easier. Find out how to revolutionize your property search!

Take a look at the newly customisable Prospect expenses in PaTMa Prospector. Making it easier to accurately forecast your next buy-to-let project's profit.

A deeper look at the documents that must be supplied to a tenant before starting a tenancy in England. PaTMa Property Manager includes tools to make the process quick and easy.

Learn about the built-in property inventory software in PaTMa. Completing an inventory is quick and simple with PaTMa and includes the option to instantly send it to all tenants for online signing.