The legislation affecting the UK Private Rented Sector

Selective Licensing: Your Property May Need a Licence Even If It Is Not an HMO
Many landlords associate property licensing with HMOs. That is understandable. HMO licensing is a major part of landlord regulation, and

HMO Licensing: The Rules Landlords Often Discover Too Late
HMO licensing is one of the most important compliance areas for landlords who let shared property. It is also one

When Does a Rental Property Become an HMO?
HMO rules are one of the areas landlords can easily underestimate. A property may begin as a straightforward shared rental,

Awaab’s Law and the Private Rented Sector: What Landlords Should Expect
Awaab’s Law is one of the most important housing condition reforms landlords need to understand. It was introduced following the

When Disrepair Becomes a Council Enforcement Issue
Disrepair does not always stay between landlord and tenant. A leaking roof, serious damp, unsafe electrics, broken heating or dangerous

The Repair Duties Landlords Cannot Contract Out Of
Repairs are one of the most common sources of disagreement between landlords and tenants. They are also one of the

Damp and Mould: Why Landlords Cannot Ignore Tenant Complaints
Damp and mould are among the most common problems in rented homes. They are also among the most serious. For

Fit for Human Habitation: What It Really Means for Landlords
Landlords are not only responsible for collecting rent and arranging repairs when things break. They also need to make sure

Furniture, Furnishings and Fire Safety: Can Landlords Supply That Sofa?
Furnished and part-furnished rental properties can be attractive to tenants, especially students, young professionals and people moving without their own

Legionella and Landlords: The Risk Assessment Many Forget
Legionella is one of the landlord safety duties that is easy to overlook. Most landlords are familiar with gas safety