Founded in 1984, Schofields is a family run company specialising in holiday home insurance for properties in the UK, France, Spain, Portugal and Italy. Phil Schofield leads the marketing team and offers a wealth of industry knowledge to the Schofields blog and various online publications.
With over 10 experience managing holiday lets, Phil is an active member of the holiday letting and self-catering community, providing expert holiday letting advice, as well as essential holiday home marketing tips. His combination of insurance and marketing knowledge make him a key asset to the holiday rental industry.
Reading Time: 9minutes November to February is typically a quiet period for UK holiday cottages, and at this time of the year, the occupancy calendar can look empty. Although the weather, fewer school holidays, and the inherent seasonality of the travel sector means there are fewer people looking to go on holiday during this period – with a little creativity there are plenty …
Reading Time: < 1minute Please note our office will close on Tuesday 24th December at 12pm and will re-open at 9.30am on Thursday 2nd January. Schofields Underwriting Agencies – UK & Overseas Holiday Home & Let Property Division Payments We recommend that renewal or new policy payments are made online as instructed in your renewal documentation or email received from Schofields: Renewals New …
Reading Time: 9minutes Property owners often forget that holiday home insurance is not a maintenance contract, and it does not cover the cost of things breaking down or wear and tear. Insurance is there to cover damage caused by sudden and unexpected events. If you make a claim and your insurer determines that you have not adequately maintained your property, they are likely …
Reading Time: 5minutes Naming your holiday home is an important step in starting a holiday letting business. Your holiday cottage name should catch people’s attention and be easy to remember. This makes marketing your property and creating brand awareness much more simpler. We have created this guide full of hints and tips to help you pick the perfect holiday cottage name and grow your business. …
Reading Time: 3minutes Running a holiday letting business is generally trouble free. However, when things do go wrong there can be lengthy and costly legal disputes. With the rise of no-win, no-fee solicitors, the chances of having a case brought against you are on the increase. What would you do if… A guest at your holiday cottage threatens to sue you because …
Reading Time: 7minutes Becoming an Airbnb Superhost isn’t just a ‘badge of honour’ — it can be a real game-changer for hosts looking to maximize their bookings, increase their income, and stand out in a competitive marketplace. This is because Superhosts are recognized for their ability to consistently provide outstanding experiences for their guests. But what exactly does it take to reach this …
Reading Time: 3minutes What are the benefits of boiler insurance? Thousands of holiday homes across the UK will soon be turning on their heating for the first time in months. Inevitably, some boilers will not fire up or breakdown due to the greater strain put on the system during the winter. A boiler is probably the last appliance you want to breakdown, particularly …