The legislation affecting the UK Private Rented Sector

Leasehold Landlords: Your Tenancy Agreement Is Not the Only Contract That Matters
Many landlords who let flats are leaseholders. They may own the flat, arrange the tenancy, collect the rent and deal

Council Tax and Rental Property: Who Is Responsible and When?
Council tax is easy to overlook until something goes wrong. In a straightforward tenancy, the tenant usually pays the council

Rent, Cash and Red Flags: Money Laundering Risks for Landlords
Money laundering may not be the first risk landlords think about. Most landlords are focused on rent, repairs, tax, insurance,

Non-Resident Landlords: The Tax Rules That Apply When You Live Abroad
Many landlords move abroad but keep rental property in the UK. That may happen because they are working overseas, retiring

Making Tax Digital: The Admin Change Landlords Need to Prepare For
Making Tax Digital is a major change for many landlords. For years, some landlords have treated tax as an annual

Tenant Refusing Safety Checks? When a Court May Now Permit Forced Entry
Landlords have a legal responsibility to keep rented homes safe. However, carrying out those duties becomes extremely difficult when a

Landlord Tax Basics: The Records HMRC Expects You to Keep
Tax is one of the least exciting parts of being a landlord. It is also one of the most important.

Guarantors, References and Credit Checks: The Data and Fairness Issues Landlords Miss
Tenant referencing is a normal part of letting property. Landlords want to know whether an applicant can afford the rent,

Choosing Between Tenants: How to Stay Fair, Consistent and Evidence-Based
Choosing between tenants is one of the most important decisions a landlord makes. It is also becoming one of the

Rental Bidding Is Banned: What Landlords and Agents Must Not Do
Rental bidding has become one of the most controversial practices in the private rented sector. In areas of high demand,