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Section 13 Notice (Form 4A): How to Increase Rent in England
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Section 13 Notice (Form 4A): How to Increase Rent in England

9 Oct 20267 min read
Section 21 Notice: What Landlords Need to Know
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Section 21 Notice: What Landlords Need to Know

Section 21 notices ended on 1 May 2026. This guide explains what that means for landlords, what happened to notices served before abolition, what replaces Section 21, and what you need to do now.

5 Oct 20268 min read
Renters' Rights Act: What It Means for Landlords
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Renters' Rights Act: What It Means for Landlords

The Renters' Rights Act has reshaped renting in England: no more Section 21, periodic tenancies, once-a-year rent rises and new limits on how you choose tenants. Here is what actually changes for landlords, when it applies, and what to do now.

28 Sept 20267 min read
Renters' Rights Act Letting Ban: Ground 1A Rules for Landlords Selling Up in England
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Renters' Rights Act Letting Ban: Ground 1A Rules for Landlords Selling Up in England

22 Sept 20266 min read
Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet 2026: What Landlords Still Need to Do if You Missed 31 May
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet 2026: What Landlords Still Need to Do if You Missed 31 May

17 Sept 20267 min read
How to Sell a Tenanted Property Under the Renters' Rights Act 2025 
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

How to Sell a Tenanted Property Under the Renters' Rights Act 2025 

Selling a tenanted property in England now requires using Ground 1A under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. Landlords must wait 12 months from tenancy start and give at least 4 months’ notice. Strict re-letting restrictions and court processes mean most sales with vacant possession take 18+ months.

5 May 202613 min read
Student Renters and the Renters' Rights Act: What Changes for University Housing?
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Student Renters and the Renters' Rights Act: What Changes for University Housing?

27 Feb 20266 min read
Decent Homes Standard Coming to Private Rentals: Mould, Damp & Repair Rights
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Decent Homes Standard Coming to Private Rentals: Mould, Damp & Repair Rights

The extension of Awaab's Law and the Decent Homes Standard to private rentals means landlords must address damp and mould complaints promptly, with new enforcement powers and penalties in place. Tenants now have more rights, and landlords will need to take a proactive approach to repairs and property maintenance.

24 Feb 20265 min read
Private Rented Sector Ombudsman: File a Complaint Against Your Landlord (2026)
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Private Rented Sector Ombudsman: File a Complaint Against Your Landlord (2026)

13 Feb 20266 min read
The New Renting Rules That Stop Blanket “No Pets” Bans From 1 May 2026
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

The New Renting Rules That Stop Blanket “No Pets” Bans From 1 May 2026

Since May 2026, landlords in England can no longer enforce blanket “no pets” bans. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 requires landlords to reasonably consider pet requests and respond within set legal timeframes.

16 Jan 20267 min read
Complete Guide on Renters' Rights Act 2025
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Complete Guide on Renters' Rights Act 2025

24 Dec 202515 min read
Awaab's Law: A Complete Guide to the UK's Landmark Housing Legislation
Renters Rights & Landlord Law

Awaab's Law: A Complete Guide to the UK's Landmark Housing Legislation

Understanding how Awaab Ishak's tragic death changed safety standards in social housing and landlord responsibilities across England

3 Dec 202511 min read