Everything landlords need to know about the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and its phased implementation.
A practical guide to writing a landlord complaints procedure before the PRS Ombudsman goes live — why it matters, what to include, recommended timescales, and a free one-page template you can copy and adapt.
7 min read · 9 July 2026
The definitive 'start here' guide to UK landlord compliance in 2026 — every duty ranked by real consequence, from criminal prosecution down to civil fines and tenant leverage.
13 min read · 9 July 2026
A plain-English guide to the new landlord redress scheme — the PRS Landlord Ombudsman created by the Renters' Rights Act 2025. What redress means, who must join, what it can order, and when it starts.
8 min read · 9 July 2026
What the new PRS Landlord Ombudsman will cost private landlords — the annual membership fee, how it is set, how it stacks with the PRS Database fee, and the compensation and penalties that come from getting it wrong.
A landlord compliance checklist reorganised as a calendar — pre-May 2026 Renters' Rights Act tasks, new-tenancy triggers, annual duties, and event-driven deadlines in one view.
13 min read · 6 July 2026
The England landlord register — the Private Rented Sector Database — is coming under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Here is what it actually is, when registration really opens, what you will need, and how to get ready now so you can register in minutes.
10 min read · 1 July 2026
A month-by-month landlord compliance checklist for 2026 — every statutory deadline, safety certificate cycle and Renters' Rights Act milestone you can't afford to miss.
13 min read · 29 June 2026
From 1 May 2026, every rent increase must go through a section 13 notice. Here's what changed, how the new tribunal rules tilt the risk, and how to do it properly.
11 min read · 25 June 2026
A plain-English guide to the new mandatory PRS Landlord Ombudsman under the Renters' Rights Act — what it is, when it starts, what it can order, and how to get ready.
13 min read · 18 June 2026
A landlord's guide to the new tenant rights and bans that took effect on 1 May 2026 under the Renters' Rights Act — what changed, what's banned, and what to do.
12 min read · 16 June 2026
A plain-English pillar guide to the new tenant rights created by the Renters' Rights Act 2025 — what changed on 1 May 2026, and what landlords can no longer do.
11 min read · 11 June 2026
With Section 21 abolished, every possession case now runs through the courts. Here's the full Section 8 timeline — from notice expiry to bailiff warrant — with realistic costs and timeframes.
17 min read · 10 June 2026
Ground 1A is the new mandatory possession ground for landlords selling a tenanted property. Here's how the 12-month protected period, 4-month notice and 12-month re-let ban work in practice.
19 min read · 5 June 2026
Since 1 May 2026 it has been unlawful to filter out tenants because they receive benefits or have children. Here is what changed, what's still allowed, and how to rewrite your advert.
14 min read · 1 June 2026
Phase 1 of the Renters' Rights Act introduces a new statutory written statement of terms — and an AST template won't cut it. Here's exactly what to include, when, and the penalty if you don't.
8 min read · 29 May 2026
From 1 May 2026 landlords can ask for at most one month's rent up front — and nothing at all before the tenancy is signed. Here's the rule, the exceptions, and the workarounds that are still legal.
11 min read · 28 May 2026
With Section 21 abolished from 1 May 2026, Section 8 is the only route to possession. Every revised and new ground, notice period and what the court will expect.
28 min read · 25 May 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 will require all private landlords to join the PRS Ombudsman scheme (expected 2028). Understand the complaint lifecycle — from internal resolution to ombudsman investigation — and how to protect your position.
23 min read · 21 April 2026
The landlord Property Portal — the new Private Rented Sector Database — is coming under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Here is exactly what you will need to register your details and each property, and how to get everything ready before your area goes live.
11 min read · 10 April 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 sharply raises the penalties private landlords in England face. Understand the civil penalties, rent repayment orders, banning orders, and prosecution risks — which apply now, and which arrive as later phases commence.
13 min read · 30 March 2026
Rent repayment orders allow tenants in England to reclaim up to 24 months' rent from non-compliant landlords. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 expands the grounds. Understand the risks and how to protect yourself.
15 min read · 26 March 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 bans several common tenancy clauses in England. Fixed-term tenancies, blanket pet bans, and benefit discrimination are now unlawful. Check your agreements before 1 May 2026.
15 min read · 24 March 2026
A complete compliance checklist for private landlords in England under the Renters' Rights Act 2025 — every obligation and action item, showing what is in force now and what arrives as later phases commence.
19 min read · 22 March 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 gives tenants in England the right to request permission to keep a pet. Landlords can only refuse on reasonable grounds. Understand the new rules, timelines, and how to handle pet requests.
11 min read · 20 March 2026
The Decent Homes Standard is extending to private rental properties in England under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Learn what the standard requires and the penalties for non-compliance.
13 min read · 18 March 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 will require all private landlords in England to join the Private Rented Sector Ombudsman once the scheme is established (expected 2028). Understand the membership requirements, complaint process, and penalties for non-compliance.
13 min read · 16 March 2026
With Section 21 no-fault evictions ending on 1 May 2026, landlords need to understand the reformed Section 8 grounds for possession. This guide explains the new routes available and how to use them correctly.
14 min read · 15 March 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 makes all assured tenancies periodic from day one. This guide explains what that means for private landlords — how periodic tenancies work, how rent is managed, and what changes to your tenancy agreements.
11 min read · 15 March 2026
A practical, plain-English guide to the Renters' Rights Act 2025 for private landlords — what changed on 1 May 2026, what's still coming in Phase 2, and the deadlines you can't miss.
13 min read · 15 March 2026
A complete timeline of the Renters' Rights Act 2025 implementation — from Royal Assent through phased rollout, covering when each major change takes effect and what landlords should be doing at each stage.
8 min read · 15 March 2026
