Practical step-by-step guides for private landlords managing 1-2 rental properties.
A thorough inventory is your strongest evidence in any deposit dispute. This practical checklist covers exactly what to document, photograph, and record at check-in to protect your position as a landlord.
21 min read · 14 April 2026
Self-managing landlords can run professional tenant reference checks without a letting agent. This step-by-step guide covers credit checks, employer references, previous landlord contact, affordability, and right-to-rent verification.
7 min read · 2 April 2026
Private landlords must store tenancy documents securely and know how long to keep them. This guide covers every document you need, legal retention periods, GDPR obligations, and the best ways to organise and protect your records.
11 min read · 30 March 2026
A clear guide to your legal obligations as a private landlord in England for property repairs and maintenance — covering Section 11, the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act, response times, and what happens if you fail to act.
15 min read · 15 March 2026
A straightforward guide to tax obligations for private landlords in England — covering how rental income is taxed, what expenses you can deduct, the mortgage interest relief changes, and how to file your self-assessment return.
9 min read · 15 March 2026
Everything you need to know about self-managing your rental property — the advantages, the challenges, the essential tasks you must handle, and the tools that make it manageable.
14 min read · 15 March 2026
A practical guide to the types of insurance private landlords in England should consider — from buildings and contents cover to rent guarantee and legal expenses — and how the Renters' Rights Act changes affect your risk profile.
13 min read · 15 March 2026
How to carry out right to rent checks correctly as a private landlord in England — covering acceptable documents, the online checking service, follow-up checks, and the penalties for non-compliance.
10 min read · 15 March 2026
A clear guide to tenancy deposit protection for private landlords in England — covering the three approved schemes, the 30-day deadline, prescribed information requirements, and the severe penalties for getting it wrong.
8 min read · 15 March 2026
