Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know
Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know Summary: With over half of UK households owning pets, landlords increasingly face requests from tenants wishing to keep animals in rental homes. While landlords can still refuse pets, the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act will require them to consider requests fairly and not unreasonably withhold consent. Introduction […]
What is an HMO? How Do I Convert My Property?
What is an HMO? How Do I Convert My Property? Summary: Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) offer landlords the opportunity to increase rental income by letting to multiple tenants sharing facilities. However, converting a property into an HMO involves specific legal requirements, including planning permission and licensing, as well as careful property selection and management […]
8 Million Users Trust OpenRent to Find and Let Homes ????
OpenRent Reaches 8 Million Users in UK Property Market Summary: OpenRent has announced that over 8 million users have utilised its platform to find, let, and manage properties across the UK. This milestone reflects the growing reliance on digital services in the rental sector, offering landlords and tenants a streamlined and cost-effective way to navigate […]
Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act for Landlords 2025
The Renters’ Rights Act has become law as of 27 October 2025, introducing significant reforms to the private rented sector in England. This legislation abolishes Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions and establishes new rules on tenancy agreements, rent increases, and landlord responsibilities. Landlords should prepare for these changes, expected to take effect from April 2026 or […]
EICR Explained: Electrical Safety Certificates for Landlords
Summary: Since 2020, landlords in England have been legally required to obtain an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) for their rental properties to ensure electrical safety. This report must be renewed every five years, with landlords obligated to provide tenants with a copy. Failure to comply can result in significant fines and enforcement action. EICR […]
Has the Renters Reform Bill 2024 Been Passed?
Summary: The Renters Reform Bill 2024 was introduced to reform the private rented sector but was not passed into law due to the 2024 snap general election. Subsequently, the Labour government introduced the Renters’ Rights Act in October 2025, which incorporates many of the original bill’s proposals, including the abolition of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions. […]
Going Periodic: What Happens When a Tenancy’s Fixed Term Ends?
Going Periodic: What Happens When a Tenancy’s Fixed Term Ends? Summary: When a fixed-term tenancy ends, it often converts automatically into a periodic tenancy, providing flexibility for both landlords and tenants. Understanding how periodic tenancies operate, including notice requirements and rent adjustments, is essential for landlords to manage their properties effectively and comply with legal […]
Landlord Law Newsround #409
Landlord Law Newsround #409: Renters’ Rights Bill Nears Final Approval Summary: The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to return to the House of Commons for its final approval on 22 October, with only one outstanding issue remaining. Meanwhile, landlords should be aware of upcoming changes including Damp and Mould Awareness Week, concerns about council enforcement […]
Student Landlords and the Renters’ Rights Bill – Part 1
Student Landlords and the Renters’ Rights Bill – Part 1 Summary: The upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill will abolish fixed-term tenancies, significantly impacting landlords of student shared houses in the private rented sector. This change means tenants can end their tenancy with two months’ notice at any time, creating new challenges for landlords managing joint tenancies. […]
Student Landlords and the Renters’ Rights Bill – Part 2
Student Landlords and the Renters’ Rights Bill – Part 2 Summary: This article examines the impact of the Renters’ Rights Bill on student landlords, particularly those managing smaller shared houses. Key changes include restrictions on rent setting, the prohibition of rent in advance before tenancy commencement, and new rules on guarantees, all of which require […]
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