Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations for Landlords
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations are changing. The regulations, originally enforced in 2015, were amended from 1 October 2022 and apply to both private and social rental […]
Help For Landlords And Tenants – Frequently Asked Questions When Renting
Reading Time: 7 minutes[kc_row use_container=”yes” force=”no” column_align=”middle” video_mute=”no” _id=”650546″][kc_column width=”12/12″ video_mute=”no” _id=”300459″][kc_column_text _id=”480243″] Every day, landlord and tenants have questions that need answering. The lettings industry – and the 125+ laws that apply […]
Landlord Mid-Term Inspections: What are they and why do I need one?
Reading Time: 6 minutesA mid-term inspection is a formal check of your property during tenancy. It’s a useful exercise for both landlords and tenants. Landlords can ensure their property is being well looked […]
Taking Your End of Tenancy Cleaning Seriously
Reading Time: 4 minutesProperty cleanliness (or lack of) is the main cause of deposit disputes between landlords and tenants – yet can easily be avoided with a good and proper end of tenancy […]
Government Proposes Changes to Energy Efficiency Regulations 2020
Reading Time: 2 minutesA government consultation has launched seeking to amend the current Energy Efficiency Regulations and improve the energy performance of private rented homes in the UK. One of the main proposals […]
Fire Door Safety in Rental Properties
Reading Time: 4 minutesFire safety is essential in every rental property – but what are the rules surrounding fire doors? Understanding the regulations will help you to ensure that you are operating within […]
Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) for Rental Properties
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe rules around PAT testing for landlords can be a bit confusing. In this article, we’ve gathered all the information you need to know, including what exactly a PAT test […]
A Guide to Landlord Legionella Risk Assessments – Is Your Water Safe?
Reading Time: 5 minutesAs a landlord, it seems you never hear the end of electrical regulations, gas safety and EPC requirements – but what’s the deal when it comes to water? In this […]
EPC Requirements for Landlords (2025 Update)
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn 2018, EPC requirements changed for landlords through the introduction of a minimum energy rating of ‘E’ or above for new tenancies. This rule now applies to all tenancies, not […]
Landlord Fire Safety Regulations – How Safe Is Your Property?
Reading Time: 5 minutesAs a landlord, you have a duty of care to your tenants that you must fulfil. Within this duty of care, you have a legal responsibility to ensure that your […]
10 New Rental Laws Landlords Must Be Ready For in 2020
Reading Time: 5 minutesAs we’re half way into the first month of 2020, it’s vital that landlords and investors know what this year has in store for the property sector. To keep you […]
