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2 Bedroom House, Plaistow £346.15

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:53:33 GMT

HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Situated in a sought after location and offering a superb range of benefits is this wonderful example of a modernised two double bedroom period home.

4 Bedroom House, Mudchute £923.07

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:24:05 GMT

Abby Homes are pleased to offer this 4 Double Bedroom House | Available Now | Private Garden and PARKING E14

1 Bedroom Apartment, South Woodford £335.00

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:22:04 GMT

Discover this delightful 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in the desirable area of E18 2JG, available for move-in starting on the 13/09/2026. Available now to view E18

2 Bedroom Apartment, Canning Town £440.00

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:33:20 GMT

This Stunning large two double bed 2 bath apartment with a large open plan kitchen reception has just come Available in Canning Town E16.

2 Bedroom Apartment, Canning Town £415.39

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 01:53:02 GMT

This Lovely New Build 2 Bed, 2 Bathroom Apartment has just come on the Market to View in Canning Town. E16

2 Bedroom Apartment, South Quay £566.00

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:20:26 GMT

RIVER VIEWS + GYM + SWIMMING POOL & SAUNA**Abby Homes are proud to offer this 17th floor 2 bedroom ,2 bathroom riverside apartment with direct river views from the balcony .

2 Bedroom Apartment, Victoria Docks £694.00

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 02:22:28 GMT

Must see this stunning two, two bathroom apartment over looking the surrounding area, E16, E14. The property also comes with a residents only Gym and a 24 hour Concierge.

4 Bedroom Semi-Detached, Manor Park £625.00

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:18:43 GMT

Abby Homes is delighted to present this beautifully refurbished four-bedroom family home, finished to a high standard throughout and ideally located within easy reach of Ilford Town Centre, local amenities, schools, and excellent transport links.

1 Bedroom Apartment, Canning Town £381.00

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 02:42:03 GMT

This Stunning large ONE double bed 2 bath apartment with a large open plan kitchen reception has just come Available in Canning Town E16.

4 Bedroom Semi-Detached, Ilford £624.00

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 03:17:56 GMT

Abby Homes is delighted to offer this beautifully presented Four double bedroom family home, ideally located just off the ever-popular Ilford Lane. This spacious property has been maintained to an excellent standard and offers generous living accommodation, making it the perfect home for families l

1 Bedroom House Share, Plaistow £161.00

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:34:24 GMT

*ALL BILLS INCLUDED - SINGLE PERSON ONLY* Double bedroom , walking distance from Plaistow bus and train station E13.

2 Bedroom Apartment, Hayes £400.00

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:54:04 GMT

Abby homes are pleased to offer this a larger than average two bedroom apartment located in the heart of Hayes.This spacious flat also benefits from double glazed windows, gas central heating with combination boiler, parking, interior and exterior storage cupboards and units,

2 Bedroom Apartment, Beckton £415.00

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 02:55:07 GMT

Abby Homes is delighted to present this stunning ground-floor, two-bedroom flat located in the highly sought-after development on Angelica Drive, Beckton, E6.

2 Bedroom Apartment, Beckton £415.00

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:52:57 GMT

Newly refurbished- Stunning 2 bed apartment in the heart of beckton - must see property E6

4 Bedroom Semi-Detached, Ilford £625.00

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:36:17 GMT

Abby Homes is pleased to present this attractive and desirable 4 bedroom terraced house. This terraced house has an abundance of space being spread over 2 floors with a lovely spacious garden and Shed to store the useful bits.

Tenant Turnover Costs: How Void Periods Are Quietly Draining Your Rental Yield

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Hidden Cost of Tenant Turnover: How Void Periods Silently Destroy Your Rental Yield
When landlords calculate their annual earnings, they look at the obvious numbers: monthly rent, mortgage payments, and maintenance bills.
If rent is coming in every month, it feels like everything is running smoothly.
But there is a silent profit killer hiding in plain sight. It doesn`t show up on your monthly statements, and it isn`t discussed until it happens.
We call it the Turnover Drain.
And if you aren`t actively managing tenant retention, it is quietly eating away at your annual yields right now.
What is the Turnover Drain?
The Turnover Drain is the massive financial leak that happens every single time a tenant moves out and you have to find a new one.
With the private rented sector operating entirely under open-ended periodic tenancies, tenants can now move on with just two months` notice. Many landlords assume a turnover every year or two is "just part of the business."
It isn`t just part of the business. It`s a massive drain on your net profit.
Every time a tenancy resets, you don`t just lose time you lose thousands of pounds in administrative friction.
The Real Math Behind the Bleed
Let`s look at how quickly a single tenant departure wipes out your hard-earned profit.
If your property commands a standard rent of £1,500 a month, here is what a single turnover actually costs you:
• 1 Month of Lost Rent (Void Period): £1,500.00
• Letting Agent Sourcing & Listing Fees: £1,050.00
• Professional Inventory & End-of-Tenancy Clean: £300.00
• Council Tax & Standing Utility Charges: £250.00
Total damage? £3,100.00 in vanished cash flow.
That single tenant move doesn`t just cost a few administrative fees. It completely wipes out over two full months of gross rental profit.
3 Ways to Keep Good Tenants for Years
You don`t have to sit back and accept high turnover. Here is how proactive landlords stop the bleed before it starts:
1. Fix Problems Before They Get Reported
Don`t wait for winter boiler failures to check in on your property. Annual preventative tune-ups show tenants their comfort is a priority. Happy tenants don`t look at rightmove on Sunday nights.
2. Ditch Aggressive Rent Hikes for Transparent Reviews
Tenants rarely move over fair, incremental market adjustments. They leave when hit with sudden, aggressive rent jumps. Using clear market data and proper statutory notices (Form 4A) keeps the door open for honest conversation.
3. Tap Into the Pet-Friendly Advantage
Landlords must consider pet requests fairly under statutory rules. Embracing responsible pet owners gives you access to a huge market of exceptionally loyal tenants who stay up to 40% longer than average.
Stop the Profit Leak
Managing tenancies, compliance, and tenant relationships takes deliberate, daily effort. If you don`t have a system in place to keep your best tenants long-term, you`re leaving thousands of pounds on the table.
Ready to protect your rental income?
Contact our expert team today to discuss your portfolio and discover how we can eliminate void periods for your properties.

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