EPC Minimum Rating for Landlords — Band C by 2030
Quick answer: The current minimum is Band E — that has not changed. Following the government’s response published 21 January […]
Landlord Compliance
Landlord Licensing 2026 — Do You Need a Licence?
The point most landlords miss: selective licensing covers every private rented property in a designated area — not just HMOs.
Right to Rent Digital Checks — What Changes 1 October 2026
Quick answer: From 1 October 2026, if you choose to use a third-party digital service to check a tenant’s Right
Are Insured Deposit Schemes Being Scrapped? (2026 Facts)
Quick answer: Nothing has changed yet. The Government has said it is considering removing insured deposit schemes and moving to
Landlord Fined £11,218 for Faking a Smoke Alarm With AI
Quick answer: A landlord sent Bradford Council an AI-generated photo of a smoke alarm to prove he had fitted one.
Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet — The £7,000 Deadline You May Have Missed
If you missed the deadline, read this. Every landlord with a tenancy that existed before 1 May 2026 had to
Does Awaab’s Law Apply to Private Landlords? (2026 Facts)
Quick answer: Awaab’s Law does not yet apply to private landlords. It has been in force for social landlords since
Life After Section 21 — How Possession Works Now (2026)
Quick answer: Section 21 is gone. Since 1 May 2026 every possession claim in England runs through Section 8, needs
The Renters’ Rights Act PRS Database And Ombudsman — What Landlords Must Know
The next major phase of the Renters’ Rights Act is now confirmed — and it will affect every single landlord
Periodic Tenancies Explained — What UK Landlords Need To Know After May 2026
From 1 May 2026, every assured shorthold tenancy in England automatically became a periodic tenancy. This is one of the