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Tenancy Deposit Protection Rules for Landlords in England
Check the current tenancy deposit protection rules for assured periodic tenancies in England, including the 30-day duties, deposit caps, approved schemes, disputes and possession consequences.
Read guideLandlord Moving Back In: Possession Rules and Evidence
Current England guidance on using Ground 1 when a private landlord or close family member needs to move into a rented property, including notice, evidence and court steps.
Read guidePRS Landlord Ombudsman: What Private Landlords Should Prepare
Current England-only status of the future PRS Landlord Ombudsman, including what is already in force, the expected 2028 membership stage and practical preparation.
Read guideNo DSS and Children Discrimination Rules for Lettings
Current England guidance on the ban on rental discrimination against prospective tenants because they receive benefits or have children, in force since 1 May 2026.
Read guidePets in Rental Properties: Responding to Tenant Requests
Current England guidance for private landlords responding to a tenant or prospective tenant who asks to keep a pet, following the rules in force from 1 May 2026.
Read guideRent Repayment Orders in England: 2026 Landlord Guide
Understand the post-1 May 2026 Rent Repayment Order rules in England, including the ten qualifying offences, two-year limits, possible respondents and evidence considered by the tribunal.
Read guideRenters' Rights Act Information Sheet 2026: Who Must Receive It
Check which tenancies in England required the official Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet 2026, how it had to be delivered and when a later transitional duty can arise.
Read guideRight to Rent Checks in England: A Practical Landlord Guide
Current England guidance for landlords and agents on manual, digital, share-code and Home Office Right to Rent checks, evidence and follow-up dates.
Read guideSection 21 Abolished in England: Rules After 1 May 2026
Section 21 no-fault evictions are no longer available for England's private rented sector. Landlords now need a valid section 8 ground, the right form, the right notice period and evidence.
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Section 8 Notice in England: Post-May 2026 Landlord Guide
Since 1 May 2026, private landlords in England must normally use the reformed Section 8 process, Form 3A and evidence for a valid possession ground.
Read guideSelling a Rented Property: Possession Rules for Landlords
Current England guidance on using Ground 1A when a private landlord intends to sell a rented property and needs possession, including notice, evidence and restrictions.
Read guideWritten Tenancy Information Rules in England from 1 May 2026
Learn what written tenancy information landlords must provide for new, oral and pre-1 May 2026 tenancies in England, including the deadlines and current financial penalty.
Read guideEPC Rules for Rental Properties: The Complete Guide for UK Landlords
Current rental EPC rules still require most domestic private rented properties in England and Wales to meet at least EPC E unless exempt, with the policy direction moving towards EPC C by 2030.
Read guideRent in Advance Rules for Private Landlords
The Renters' Rights Act is now live in England. Private landlords and letting agents can no longer take rent before the tenancy is signed, and upfront rent is restricted before the tenancy starts.
Read guideRental Bidding Ban: Rules for Landlords and Letting Agents
A practical guide to the Renters' Rights Act rental bidding rules in England, including asking rent, applicant handling, agent workflows and evidence records.
Read guideSection 13 Rent Increase Rules After the Renters' Rights Act
The Renters' Rights Act is now live, making Section 13 the main route for private rent increases in England. Landlords need Form 4A, at least two months' notice and market-rent evidence.
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Private Rented Sector Database: England's Landlord Register Explained
A practical guide to England's proposed PRS Database, including when it is expected, what landlords may need to register, what tenants may see and which details still depend on regulations.
Read guideRenters’ Rights Act 2025: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know
A plain-English guide to the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, covering section 21 abolition, assured periodic tenancies, rent increases, pets, deposits, enforcement and the next implementation phases.
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