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Having worked as a letting agent for the past 24 years, Jane Fletcher has witnessed the rental market undergo significant changes. Throughout her career, she has spoken with hundreds of landlords, some who simply needed quick advice over the phone, and others who had reached the point where managing everything themselves had become too stressful and time-consuming.

Next week’s annual budget meeting in City Hall is expected to be a brutal clash between officials and councillors on proposed rates hikes.

The meeting took a sharp turn following a presentation from Director of Housing Damien Mitchell, who outlined the current state of Galway’s zoned residential land. He revealed that 741 hectares have been designated for housing, with an estimated capacity for 18,107 units, yet most of that land remains unusable due to inadequate wastewater services.

According to the latest residential market review from leading property advisors DNG, the average price of a second-hand home nationally has increased to €313,453 in the first half of the year.

According to the latest residential market review from leading property advisors DNG, the average price of a second-hand home nationally has increased to €313,453 in the first half of the year.

The rental market demand in Galway is growing considerably as families, students and couples are looking to move into the city. Galway is a cultural hotspot and with two universities, it has become challenging to find both affordable and available properties to rent.

The Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) has launched a new campaign in partnership with Galway County Council to ensure landlords register their tenancies as required by law. The initiative follows research by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) last year that suggested 7.6% of tenancies in Galway County that should be registered with the RTB are not.

Since March 1, 2024, the RTB have resumed the charging of late fees for late tenancy registration.

Being a good landlord in Ireland entails more than simply owning property and collecting rent, even though that may be the perception that is widely spread. Being a landlord requires a commitment to providing safe, comfortable, and well-maintained accommodation while also fostering positive relationships with tenants. Here are some key aspects to consider:

In a market flooded with tenants, you may find yourself asking why you would need to engage the services of a Letting Agent and you are right to ask yourself this very important question.