Cannabis farms in rented properties: the warning signs, where you stand under section 8 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, how possession works now Section 21 has gone, and what your insurer will demand.
Making Tax Digital for landlords: who must join and when, the qualifying income test, quarterly deadlines, digital records, exemptions and penalties.
Every payment is banned unless it is on the statutory list. The full permitted payments, both deposit caps, the two default fees that work, and the 2026 changes.
Section 15 of the Housing Act 1988 bans subletting without your consent — even if your agreement is silent. Evidence, warning letter, possession routes and the HMO trap.
Updated August 2026. Repairs are where most landlord disputes and enforcement actions start, so it pays to know exactly where
Landlord gas safety certificate expired? What to do now, how renewal works, the 28-day rule, real penalties (up to £20,000) and record-keeping — 2026 guide.
Combi boilers — short for combination boilers — are the workhorse of most UK rentals, combining a high-efficiency water heater
Ensure rental properties comply with electrical safety regulations through Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR), Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), and fixed wire testing by certified professionals.
A mid-tenancy inspection — sometimes called a mid-term or periodic inspection — is a routine check of a rental property
Essential guide to inspection frequency, legal requirements, and practical tips for UK landlords to protect your rental investment. Last reviewed:
