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🏡 Landlords — What’s your plan if your tenant stops paying rent? Even the best tenants can face unexpected changes — and suddenly, a smooth tenancy can turn into months of unpaid rent, legal battles, and expensive...

Disrepair Claims: What Every Landlord Needs to Know (and How to Protect Yourself) When a tenant reports an issue and feels it hasn’t been resolved, they may start a formal legal process known as a Disrepair Claim. Whilst this is...

Pets in Rental Properties – Change Is Coming Allowing pets in rented properties has always been a sensitive subject for landlords. While many animals are well-behaved, the fear of property damage, nuisance, or legal...

Tenant Responsibilities in Rental Properties – Part 2: Contracts, Conduct & Consequences England & Wales In Part 1, we looked at the general (implied) responsibilities tenants have when it comes to repairs and basic maintenance....

Tenant Responsibilities for Repairs & Maintenance – What You Need to Know (Part 1) England & Wales Renting a home means more than just paying the rent. Tenants have legal responsibilities—especially when it comes to repairs,...

The government’s Renters' Rights Bill is moving steadily through the House of Lords, and with strong cross-party support, it’s clear: the end of Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions is now a matter of when, not if. But until...

Tenancies Now Lasting Over 1,000 Days on Average – What This Means for Landlords Published July 2025 | Iles & Jenkin A new report by The Deposit Protection Service (DPS) has revealed that the average UK tenancy length has...

🏡 Who’s Responsible for the Fence? Boundary fences might seem straightforward—but when it comes to responsibility, ownership, or planning rules, things can get complicated. Here’s a breakdown to help you stay informed and...

📈 EICR Demand Set to Surge – Why Landlords Should Act Early If you’re a landlord, you’ll know just how important it is to keep on top of your legal responsibilities—and one that’s fast approaching for many is the...

How to Get Your Full Deposit Back at the End of Your Tenancy We want to make sure you receive your full deposit back, so here’s everything you need to do before moving out. Returning the Property to Its Original Condition Any...