Lettings

A recent headline involving Chancellor Rachel Reeves has highlighted just how easily landlords can fall foul of property licensing laws, even unintentionally. In this post, we explore what selective licensing is, how it applies in Manchester, and what steps landlords should take to stay compliant and avoid costly penalties.

Rodents prefer to live inside during autumn and winter as they need warmth and food to survive. Some homes are more inviting than others thanks to unobstructed entry points and a lax attitude to food hygiene. 

The Renters’ Rights Act introduces the biggest shake-up to the private rented sector in a generation, abolishing Section 21, ending fixed-term tenancies, and introducing new standards for fairness, transparency, and accountability. From limits on rent increases to stronger tenant rights and landlord registration requirements, we break down the 12 key changes every landlord and tenant needs to know.

Are you one of the 32% of landlords who is either unclear whether your Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is valid, or doesn’t have an EICR at all? This is the concerning headline statistic from a new survey conducted by Direct Line.

From 14 May 2025, a new legal obligation will come into force requiring letting agents in the UK to carry out financial sanctions checks on both landlords and tenants...

The Government has scheduled the committee stage for the Renters’ Rights Bill in the House of Lords, with sessions set for April 22 and April 24, 2025...

While many landlords have traditionally had a ‘no pets’ policy, the new law aims to make it easier for renters to have animals in their homes...

With the abolition of Section 21 under the Renters’ Rights Bill, landlords will now have to rely solely on Section 8 to regain possession of their properties...

The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to introduce sweeping changes to the private rental sector, and student landlords are not exempt...

The Renters’ Rights Bill is introducing a major change to how landlords can increase rent...

The Renters’ Rights Bill marks a major turning point for landlords and tenants alike, ending fixed-term Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) and making all tenancies periodic by default. While this gives tenants more flexibility, it introduces new challenges for landlords: shorter tenancy certainty, potential income gaps, and more frequent turnover. Understanding these changes, and how to adapt, is essential for protecting your rental income in the new landscape of periodic tenancies.

,The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to transform the private rental market, most notably through the abolition of Section 21 “no-fault” evictions. Landlords will now need to rely on stricter Section 8 grounds to regain possession, creating more legal complexity, longer eviction times, and higher compliance demands. Understanding how these changes work,  and how to protect your rental income is essential for landlords navigating this new era of tenant rights.