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Awaab’s Law Explained: A Guide for Private Landlords
LAW & REGULATION 13 OCTOBER 2026
Awaab’s Law Explained: A Guide for Private Landlords

Under the Renters’ Rights Act, the government plans to extend Awaab’s Law to the private rented sector, introducing time limits […]
All You Need to Know About the ‘Register Your Rental Property’ Service and Landlord Ombudsman
LAW & REGULATION 13 OCTOBER 2026
All You Need to Know About the ‘Register Your Rental Property’ Service and Landlord Ombudsman

The Renters’ Rights Act has already changed how landlords let property, but there’s more to come. The next change is […]
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Landlords: How Does It Work?
TAX & FINANCE 6 OCTOBER 2026
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Landlords: How Does It Work?

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax began rolling out to UK landlords on 6 April 2026. For the 2026-27 […]
Free Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreement (APT Rental Contract)
TENANCY SETUP 28 SEPTEMBER 2026
Free Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreement (APT Rental Contract)

The Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) has served as the cornerstone of the private rented sector since the Housing Act 1988. […]
Joint Tenancy Guide: Understanding Joint and Several Liability
TENANCY SETUP 8 SEPTEMBER 2026
Joint Tenancy Guide: Understanding Joint and Several Liability

Joint and several liability is a fundamental legal concept that every landlord must master, particularly in the post-Renters’ Rights Act […]
All You Need to Know About Gas Safety Checks and Certificates
LAW & REGULATION 3 SEPTEMBER 2026
All You Need to Know About Gas Safety Checks and Certificates

Getting an annual gas safety certificate and servicing your appliances might not be the most glamorous part of being a […]
Section 13 Notices Explained: Increasing Rent on a Periodic Tenancy
LAW & REGULATION 28 AUGUST 2026
Section 13 Notices Explained: Increasing Rent on a Periodic Tenancy

In England, all residential tenancies operate as rolling periodic agreements, and you must use the statutory Section 13 process if […]
Landlord Property Licensing Guide 2026
LAW & REGULATION 14 AUGUST 2026
Landlord Property Licensing Guide 2026

Keeping up with landlord licensing rules isn’t always easy. Councils change their local schemes often, and getting it wrong can […]
How Long Does an EICR Last? 2026 Cost and Rules
LAW & REGULATION 13 AUGUST 2026
How Long Does an EICR Last? 2026 Cost and Rules

2026 marks a major five-year milestone since mandatory electrical safety regulations were introduced across all private tenancies in England. With […]
Do You Know Your Housing Legislation?
LAW & REGULATION 5 AUGUST 2026
Do You Know Your Housing Legislation?

Section 13 or Section 8? Which piece of housing legislation can you use to serve notice to end a tenancy? […]
How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent in 2026?
LAW & REGULATION 29 JULY 2026
How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent in 2026?

There is no fixed legal cap on how much you can increase rent in England. However, with the Renters’ Rights […]
A Guide to Tax Deductible Costs for Your Landlord Tax Return
TAX & FINANCE 16 JULY 2026
A Guide to Tax Deductible Costs for Your Landlord Tax Return

Are you claiming all the tax-deductible expenses you’re entitled to? Whether you own one rental property or a whole portfolio, […]
How to Gain a Possession Order
LAW & REGULATION 14 JULY 2026
How to Gain a Possession Order

Since the Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1st May 2026, Section 21 evictions are no longer available, and […]
How Much Notice Does a Tenant Have to Give a Landlord to Move Out?
TENANCY SETUP 8 JULY 2026
How Much Notice Does a Tenant Have to Give a Landlord to Move Out?

Since the Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1st May 2026, most tenancies in England operate as open-ended periodic […]
Holding Deposit, Tenancy Deposit, Rental Fees: Everything You Need to Know
TENANCY SETUP 2 JULY 2026
Holding Deposit, Tenancy Deposit, Rental Fees: Everything You Need to Know

Renting out a property involves a few key payments, including holding deposits, tenancy deposits and rent itself. Below you’ll find […]
How Can I Attract More Tenants to My Property Listing?
FINDING TENANTS 23 JUNE 2026
How Can I Attract More Tenants to My Property Listing?

We want your property advert to attract as many good-quality tenants as possible, so we’ve pulled together seven key areas […]
Surrendering a Tenancy Agreement by Mutual Consent
LAW & REGULATION 16 JUNE 2026
Surrendering a Tenancy Agreement by Mutual Consent

There are two main ways to end a rolling periodic tenancy in England: either by serving notice or by mutual […]
What Are the New EPC Rules for Landlords? Coming in 2030
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 8 JUNE 2026
What Are the New EPC Rules for Landlords? Coming in 2030

All private tenancies in England and Wales must achieve an EPC C rating by 1st October 2030, following the government’s […]
Changes to Welsh Occupation Contracts From 1st June 2026
LAW & REGULATION 3 JUNE 2026
Changes to Welsh Occupation Contracts From 1st June 2026

As part of recent changes to the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016, new fundamental terms are being added to many […]
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Which Tenancy Fees and Payments Are Banned?
LAW & REGULATION 2 JUNE 2026
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Which Tenancy Fees and Payments Are Banned?

The Tenant Fees Act 2019 marked a significant shift in the private rental sector in England, introducing strict regulations on […]
How to Calculate Pro Rata Rent
TAX & FINANCE 18 MAY 2026
How to Calculate Pro Rata Rent

Calculating rent pro rata means adjusting the rent to reflect the exact number of days a tenant occupies a property. […]
What is Rent Arrears? Tips to Protect Your Rental Income as a Landlord
FINDING TENANTS 13 MAY 2026
What is Rent Arrears? Tips to Protect Your Rental Income as a Landlord

No landlord wants to deal with rent arrears, but the reality is they can happen even with the most reliable […]
Renting to Students: Guarantors, Rent in Advance, Ground 4A
FINDING TENANTS 11 MAY 2026
Renting to Students: Guarantors, Rent in Advance, Ground 4A

Renting to students can be a great option if you’re after strong demand and solid yields, especially in cities like […]
How to Vet Tenants with Pre-Viewing Questions
FINDING TENANTS 5 MAY 2026
How to Vet Tenants with Pre-Viewing Questions

Finding reliable and responsible tenants is one of the most important steps in the process of renting out your property. […]
Rent in Advance Rules Under the Renters’ Rights Act Explained
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026
Rent in Advance Rules Under the Renters’ Rights Act Explained

Rules around rent in advance have changed under the Renters’ Rights Act. You can no longer take rent before both […]
What the New Decent Homes Standard Means for the Private Rented Sector
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026
What the New Decent Homes Standard Means for the Private Rented Sector

For over 20 years, the Decent Homes Standard (DHS) has been the benchmark for quality in social housing. Now, through […]
Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act for Landlords 2026
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026
Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act for Landlords 2026

From 1st May 2026, the first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act is now in force. It introduces a number […]
Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026
Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know

Pets are a common part of everyday life for many households, including those in rented homes. From 1st May 2026, […]
Section 21 is Gone: What Landlords Need to Know in 2026
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026
Section 21 is Gone: What Landlords Need to Know in 2026

Section 21 notices are no longer a valid means for landlords in England to end a tenancy. This change, part […]
Section 8 Notice Guide 2026: New Grounds and How to Serve
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026
Section 8 Notice Guide 2026: New Grounds and How to Serve

Section 8 is the only legal route for landlords in England to regain possession of a privately rented home. Section […]