Blog: Landlords

With the Renters’ Rights Act in England and the Housing Act in Scotland now firmly in play, the idea of a "Decent Home" is moving from a nice concept to strict rules affecting every private landlord. While these laws aren’t...

Many landlords have been extremely generous around rent reviews with their tenants, particularly when they have good people renting their property, because stability and peace of mind are so highly prized. However, the rent review...

There’s no shortage of tenants, but if you want to naturally attract the very best of the bunch and achieve the highest possible rent, the contents of your rental listing are the crucial first step. Time and time again, we’ve...

It seems like an eternity since the idea of EPC changes for rental homes was first mooted, but we finally have solid dates and new criteria to work to. There's been much talk of the ineffective measuring standards used in current...

With the Renters’ Rights Act in England and the Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 both gaining Royal Assent, landlords face a series of 2026 rental reforms. In fact, the scene is set for something of a ‘Great Convergence’ between...

If you’re looking to start or expand your rental portfolio, buying a tenanted home can be an attractive, smooth and chain-free proposition. As some private landlords sell up, others with newer business models are taking...

As well as bringing festive cheer, winter poses a unique set of risks for rental homes that can lead to expensive repairs if left unchecked. The colder months test the resilience of every property, and our team needs to be extra...

Ahh, the pleasures of landlord bookkeeping. Whether you’re a natural admin wizard or a regular last-minute filer, the job of completing your tax return is rarely an annual highlight. Landlords have plenty of hoops to jump...

The Renters' Rights Act comes into force on 1st May 2026 and is set to bring major changes to the private rental sector. One of the most contentious changes is the restriction on landlords taking more than one month’s rent in...

The Decent Homes Standard is a government benchmark designed to ensure that all rental properties provide safe, comfortable, and well-maintained living conditions. Historically, it has applied only to social housing, but the...