Articles tagged “renters-rights-act”

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Property Standards for Private Landlords: Awaab's Law, Decent Homes and Repair Duties

How Awaab's Law, the new Decent Homes Standard and your existing repair duties fit together for private landlords — the 2026-2035 timeline, the hazards that count and the fines for getting it wrong.

12 min read

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Awaab's Law for Private Landlords: Damp, Mould and the Decent Homes Standard

Awaab's Law sets fixed deadlines for fixing damp and mould. Here's whether it applies to private landlords yet, the timescales to expect, and the duties you already owe today.

11 min read

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How to Write a Landlord Complaints Procedure (With Free Template)

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

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Landlord Compliance in 2026: What You Actually Have to Do (and What Happens If You Don't)

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

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The Landlord Redress Scheme Explained: How PRS Ombudsman Redress Works

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

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How Much Will the PRS Landlord Ombudsman Cost Landlords?

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.

8 min read

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The 2026 Deadline Calendar: Every Landlord Compliance Task, Sorted by When It's Actually Due

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

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The Landlord Register: How to Register as a Landlord in England

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

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Landlord Compliance Checklist: The 2026 Deadline Calendar

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

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Rent Increases Under the Renters' Rights Act: A Landlord's Guide

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

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How to Calculate a Defensible Rent Increase: 2026 Worked Examples

A practical, evidence-based guide to working out a Section 13 rent increase that holds up at the First-tier Tribunal — with two worked examples and a comparables template.

11 min read

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The PRS Landlord Ombudsman: What Landlords Must Do to Prepare

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

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Setting Up a Tenancy: The Landlord's Compliance Checklist

A step-by-step compliance checklist for setting up a new tenancy in England under the Renters' Rights Act — from right to rent checks to the written statement of terms.

10 min read

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New Tenant Rights and Bans Under the Renters' Rights Act

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

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Landlord Safety Compliance Checklist: The Complete 2026 Guide

A plain-English landlord safety compliance checklist covering gas, electrics, alarms, fire and legionella — with the 2026 penalty regime and worked examples.

13 min read

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New Tenant Rights Under the Renters' Rights Act: What Landlords Can No Longer Do

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

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Awaab's Law for Private Landlords: Damp, Mould and the New Hazard Timescales

Awaab's Law is being extended from social housing into the private rented sector under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Here's what damp, mould and hazard duties mean for private landlords — and how to prepare now.

11 min read

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EPC Requirements for Rental Properties: 2026 Landlord Guide

What EPC rating do landlords need now, what changes by 2030, and how the new £10,000 cost cap works — a plain-English guide for small UK landlords.

16 min read

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What Happens After You Serve a Section 8 Notice: The Court Possession Process Explained

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

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Section 8 Ground 1A: Selling Your Rental Property Under the Renters' Rights Act

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

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HMO Licensing in England: The Complete Landlord Guide for 2026

What counts as an HMO, when you need a licence, the room-size rules councils enforce, and the £40,000 penalty for getting it wrong from May 2026.

17 min read

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Discrimination in Lettings: The New Ban on 'No DSS' and 'No Children' Under the Renters' Rights Act

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

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Written Statement of Tenancy Terms: What Landlords Must Give Tenants Under the Renters' Rights Act

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

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Rent in Advance Under the Renters' Rights Act: What Landlords Can (and Can't) Ask For

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

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Section 8 Grounds for Possession Under the Renters' Rights Act: The Full List

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

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Handling Tenant Complaints Under the Renters' Rights Act: The New PRS Ombudsman Process

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

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Landlord Property Portal: What You'll Need to Register (Preparation Guide)

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

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Landlord Penalties Under the Renters' Rights Act 2025: A Complete Guide

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

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Rental Bidding Wars Banned: New Rent Transparency Rules for Landlords in England

The Renters' Rights Act 2025 bans rental bidding wars in England. Landlords and agents must publish an asking rent and cannot invite or accept offers above it. Understand the new transparency rules.

7 min read

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Rent Repayment Orders: What Landlords in England Risk Under the New Rules

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

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Banned Tenancy Clauses: What Landlords Can No Longer Include in Agreements

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

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Renters' Rights Act Compliance Checklist: What Landlords Must Do in 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

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Tenant Pet Requests: New Rules for Landlords Under the Renters' Rights Act

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

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Decent Homes Standard for Private Landlords: What You Need to Meet

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

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PRS Ombudsman for Landlords: Membership, Complaints, and What You Must Do

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

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How to End a Tenancy After Section 21 Is Abolished

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

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Periodic Tenancies Explained: What Landlords Need to Know Under the New Rules

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

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Renters' Rights Act 2025: What Landlords Need to Know

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

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Renters' Rights Act Timeline: Every Key Date Landlords Need to Know

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

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Section 13 Rent Increases Under the Renters' Rights Act: What's Changed

How rent increases work under the new periodic tenancy regime — the Section 13 process, notice requirements, tenant rights to challenge at Tribunal, and practical steps for landlords.

9 min read

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Section 8 Ground 1: How to Regain Your Property When You Need to Move In

A practical guide to using Ground 1 (formerly Ground 1A) under the Renters' Rights Act to recover your rental property for your own use or for a family member — covering notice periods, evidence requirements, and common pitfalls.

8 min read