Rent to rent has variously been described as “highly profitable” and “ethically dubious”, depending on how you feel about the practice....

Landlords have a duty of care to their tenants, which involves (among other things) keeping their properties in good condition. Tenants...

A credit reference check is where an individual’s credit history is checked. This usually gives an indication of whether the individual...

Landlords have a responsibility to ensure their properties are safe for tenants. This includes paying close attention to fire safety....

A tenancy agreement is a contract between the landlord and the tenant. It sets out in writing all the terms and conditions of the...

Damp is a common problem in the UK’s rental housing stock. Many landlords can’t or decide not to invest in their properties, leaving...

Fans of smelly blue cheese might not view mould as a problem, but in a home, it is both unsightly and a potential health hazard....

Lead is a heavy metal. It has the symbol Pb in the periodic table. The unique properties of lead – such as its resistance to corrosion...

Asbestos is mostly a problem in older properties, usually those built pre: 1980, but it may also be present in homes built or refurbished...

The majority of terms in a tenancy agreement confirm the obligations of the landlord and the tenant to each other, such as when the rent...

Most landlords ask tenants to pay a deposit when they move into a rental property. A deposit gives the landlord a measure of security in...

Selling a property with a tenant in situ is not that unusual. These properties tend to appeal to more experienced landlords. There are...

It is possible to enter into a verbal, legally binding contract to rent a residential property. This might not be advisable though. In...

On Friday 28th August (bank holiday weekend) Government announced major changes to the eviction process for private landlords in England...

Welcome to part two of the getting eviction ready series where we continue our eviction journey. Navigating the post moratorium eviction...

The eviction landscape has become dark and dreary for landlords. The future seems bleak, with no hope of light in sight. The terrain has...

A court ruling in July banned landlords in the private sector from discriminating against tenants on benefits. The case was brought by...

Antisocial behaviour (ASB) can cause neighbourhood misery. For problems such as loud music late at night affecting neighbours and other...

Tenants are using falling rents in London to renegotiate their rents. It seems the tide is turning in favour of renters, and landlords...

With over 2 million students in higher education in 2018/19, it’s safe to say the student housing market is pretty big. Students make...