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All You Need to Know About Gas Safety Checks and Certificates
LAW & REGULATION 7 MAY 2026

All You Need to Know About Gas Safety Checks and Certificates

Getting an annual gas safety certificate and servicing your appliances might not be the most glamorous part of being a […]
Section 13 Notices Explained: Increasing Rent on a Periodic Tenancy
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

Section 13 Notices Explained: Increasing Rent on a Periodic Tenancy

In England, all residential tenancies operate as rolling periodic agreements, and you must use the statutory Section 13 process if […]
Periodic Tenancies Explained: How Renting Works from May 2026
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

Periodic Tenancies Explained: How Renting Works from May 2026

With the Renters’ Rights Act in full swing as of 1st May 2026, periodic tenancies have officially become the standard […]
Section 8 Notice Guide 2026: New Grounds and How to Serve
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

Section 8 Notice Guide 2026: New Grounds and How to Serve

Section 8 is the only legal route for landlords in England to regain possession of a privately rented home. Section […]
How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent in 2026?
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent in 2026?

There is no fixed legal cap on how much you can increase rent in England. However, with the Renters’ Rights […]
Section 21 is Gone: What Landlords Need to Know in 2026
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

Section 21 is Gone: What Landlords Need to Know in 2026

Section 21 notices are no longer a valid means for landlords in England to end a tenancy. This change, part […]
Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

Pets in Rental Properties: What Every Landlord Should Know

Pets are a common part of everyday life for many households, including those in rented homes. From 1st May 2026, […]
Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act for Landlords 2026
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act for Landlords 2026

From 1st May 2026, the first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act is now in force. It introduces a number […]
What the New Decent Homes Standard Means for the Private Rented Sector
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

What the New Decent Homes Standard Means for the Private Rented Sector

For over 20 years, the Decent Homes Standard (DHS) has been the benchmark for quality in social housing. Now, through […]
Rent in Advance Rules Under the Renters’ Rights Act Explained
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2026

Rent in Advance Rules Under the Renters’ Rights Act Explained

Rules around rent in advance have changed under the Renters’ Rights Act. You can no longer take rent before both […]
EICR Explained: Electrical Safety Certificates for Landlords
LAW & REGULATION 28 APRIL 2026

EICR Explained: Electrical Safety Certificates for Landlords

2026 marks a pivotal five-year milestone since electrical safety regulations were mandated for all private tenancies in England. With the […]
How OpenRent is Preparing for the Renters’ Rights Act
LAW & REGULATION 23 APRIL 2026

How OpenRent is Preparing for the Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Rights Act is set to change the private rented sector in England on 1st May 2026. While the […]
What is Subletting and is It Illegal in the UK?
LAW & REGULATION 8 APRIL 2026

What is Subletting and is It Illegal in the UK?

Is subletting illegal in the UK? Find out what subletting involves and the legal implications for tenants and landlords. Subletting […]
Understanding Leasehold Reforms in 2026
LAW & REGULATION 19 FEBRUARY 2026

Understanding Leasehold Reforms in 2026

Leasehold law in England and Wales is undergoing some of the biggest reforms in decades – and if you’re a […]
Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs): The 2026 Guide for Landlords
LAW & REGULATION 22 JANUARY 2026

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs): The 2026 Guide for Landlords

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is essentially a health check for your property’s energy efficiency. Since 2008, it has been […]
Freehold, Leasehold and Commonhold Explained
LAW & REGULATION 12 AUGUST 2025

Freehold, Leasehold and Commonhold Explained

Big changes could be coming to the UK’s leasehold, freehold, and commonhold systems from 2025 onwards, which could impact property […]
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Which Tenancy Fees and Payments Are Banned?
LAW & REGULATION 29 JULY 2025

Tenant Fees Act 2019: Which Tenancy Fees and Payments Are Banned?

The Tenant Fees Act 2019 marked a significant shift in the private rental sector in England, introducing strict regulations on […]
All You Need to Know About Right to Rent Checks
LAW & REGULATION 10 JULY 2025

All You Need to Know About Right to Rent Checks

One of your legal responsibilities before entering into a tenancy is to carry out Right to Rent checks on your […]
How to Evict a Tenant for Rent Arrears
LAW & REGULATION 1 MAY 2025

How to Evict a Tenant for Rent Arrears

If a tenant has fallen into rent arrears – meaning they’ve missed multiple rent payments – there are currently two […]
Life After Section 21: A Fairer System or a Broken Market?
LAW & REGULATION 28 APRIL 2025

Life After Section 21: A Fairer System or a Broken Market?

For years, Section 21 has been a controversial pillar of the private rental sector, giving landlords a means to regain […]
Property Licensing in 2025
LAW & REGULATION 28 FEBRUARY 2025

Property Licensing in 2025

Keeping up with property licensing can feel like a bit of a minefield, but it’s more important than ever for […]
A Guide to Custodial and Insured Deposit Protection Schemes
LAW & REGULATION 28 JANUARY 2025

A Guide to Custodial and Insured Deposit Protection Schemes

Tenancy deposit protection (TDP) schemes were brought in to make sure deposits are handled fairly, giving both landlords and tenants […]
Important Dates for Landlords in 2025
LAW & REGULATION 21 JANUARY 2025

Important Dates for Landlords in 2025

Keeping track of important dates is necessary for landlords aiming to stay informed and compliant throughout 2025. With the Renters’ […]
How to Gain a Possession Order
LAW & REGULATION 29 OCTOBER 2024

How to Gain a Possession Order

If you’ve given your tenant the proper notice to end the tenancy but they haven’t moved out, you can apply […]
Surrendering a Tenancy Agreement by Mutual Consent
LAW & REGULATION 22 OCTOBER 2024

Surrendering a Tenancy Agreement by Mutual Consent

There are two main ways to end a tenancy in England and Wales: either by serving notice or by mutual […]
Are Rent to Rent Schemes a Good Idea for Landlords?
LAW & REGULATION 17 JULY 2024

Are Rent to Rent Schemes a Good Idea for Landlords?

A Rent to Rent scheme also referred to as guaranteed rent or rent to serviced accommodation (R2SA), involves a person […]
What Does the Housing (Scotland) Bill Mean for Landlords?
LAW & REGULATION 28 MARCH 2024

What Does the Housing (Scotland) Bill Mean for Landlords?

Find out how the new housing bill introduced to the Scottish Parliament could impact you and your tenants if it […]
Do You Know Your Housing Legislation?
LAW & REGULATION 28 APRIL 2023

Do You Know Your Housing Legislation?

Section 13 or Section 8? Which piece of housing legislation can you use to serve notice to end a tenancy? […]
MANAGELET BLOG
LAW & REGULATION 20 MARCH 2023

Protecting Yourself from Rental Scams

Looking for somewhere to rent can be a stressful experience, with the rental market leaving tenants feeling the need to […]
The 5 Most Expensive Mistakes Landlords Make
LAW & REGULATION 26 SEPTEMBER 2022

The 5 Most Expensive Mistakes Landlords Make

Renting out a property in the UK can be an absolute minefield. With such extensive and complex legislation, even for […]