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Bank of England holds base rate at 3.75% — what it means for buy-to-let

The Landlords Portal Team / June 23, 2026

At its meeting ending 17 June 2026, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee voted by a majority of 7–2

early surrender, re-let fees, negotiation

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How do landlords handle “tenant wants to leave early” requests on a fixed term?

The Landlords Portal Team / January 28, 2026

Get expert guidance on managing ‘tenant wants to leave early’ requests on a fixed term, including early surrender, re-let fees, negotiation.

damp and mould, tenant behaviour, evidence log

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What’s the best process when tenants report damp/mould but also refuse ventilation advice?

The Landlords Portal Team / January 4, 2026

Discover the best process for handling damp and mould issues when tenants refuse ventilation advice, and learn how to maintain an evidence log to support tenant behaviour observations.

Compliance, Managing a Tenancy

Do I need a gas safety certificate before the tenant moves in, or can I do it just after?

The Landlords Portal Team / December 22, 2025

Do I need a gas safety certificate before the tenant moves in? Discover the UK’s gas safety regulations and top boiler brands like Worcester, Baxi, and Ideal for landlords.

When is the last day to serve section 21 notice? Renters Rights

Compliance, Managing a Tenancy

Is Section 21 Still Valid? No — It Was Abolished in 2026

The Landlords Portal Team / December 22, 2025

Section 21 no-fault evictions were abolished on 1 May 2026. What that means, what happened to notices served before the cut-off, and how to gain possession now.