Pet Requests Under the Renters' Rights Act: Rights, Refusals, and What Happens Next
Blanket pet bans are prohibited under the Renters' Rights Act. Landlords must respond within 28 days or consent is deemed. Here's what both sides need to know.
Rent Arrears Recovery: Step-by-Step Guide
How to recover rent arrears from the first missed payment through Pre-Action Protocol to court proceedings. Includes template letters and timeline.
Anti-Social Behaviour Evidence Collection Guide
How to collect and document anti-social behaviour evidence for Section 8 possession proceedings. Evidence types, witness statements, and tribunal preparation.
Property Maintenance Schedule: Annual Planning Guide
Month-by-month maintenance schedule for rental properties. Seasonal checks, statutory inspections, preventive maintenance, and cost planning.
Damp and Mould Disputes: How to Prove Who's Responsible
Damp and mould are the most common housing disrepair issues in the UK. Whether you're a tenant trying to prove your landlord is responsible or a landlord documenting your response, here's the evidence you need.
Rent Arrears Letter Template Pack
Pre-Action Protocol compliant letter templates for rent arrears recovery. Includes friendly reminder, formal notice, and pre-court warning with legal guidance.
Tenant Screening Best Practices
How to screen tenants effectively and legally. Credit checks, references, Right to Rent, affordability assessment, and avoiding discrimination.
Handling Tenant Complaints: A Practical Guide
How to handle tenant complaints professionally. Response frameworks, escalation procedures, documentation requirements, and maintaining positive relationships.
How Tenancies, Rent, and Increases Change After May 2026
Fixed-term tenancies are gone. Rent increases are restricted to Section 13. Tenants can leave with 2 months' notice. Here's how every tenancy in England changes after 1 May 2026.
Tenant Communication Log Template
Structured template for recording all communications with tenants. Tracks dates, channels, topics, and outcomes for evidence-grade documentation.
Maintenance Request Tracker Template
Track maintenance requests from report to resolution. Includes priority classification, contractor assignment, cost tracking, and Awaab's Law deadline monitoring.
Property Inspection Checklist Template
Room-by-room inspection checklist for check-in, check-out, and periodic inspections. Covers condition recording, photo guidance, and tenant sign-off.
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