Landlords

11 mins
Landlord guide to renting to disabled tenants

Landlord guide to renting to disabled tenants

Under the terms of the Equality Act 2010, landlords cannot discriminate against tenants with a disability. We look at what your landlord responsibilities are and find out if it’s ever acceptable to refuse adaptations.

9 mins
Does my holiday home need an Energy Performance Certificate

Does my holiday home need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)?

If you need an EPC for your holiday let but don’t have one, you could be fined. Here’s what your obligations are when it comes to arranging an Energy Performance Certificate.

16 mins
A landlord and letting agent’s guide to data protection

A landlord & letting agent’s guide to data protection

If you keep personal data about your tenants, it’s vital that you comply with data protection laws. We look at how you can do this as simply as possible.

9 mins
Landlord's guide to tenant credit checks

Landlord's guide to tenant credit checks

Tenant credit checks can’t guarantee you’ll never have issues receiving rent, but they can help minimise the risk of problems with tenants later on; here’s how it works.

14 mins
How landlords can encourage long-term tenants

How landlords can encourage long-term tenants

How to find good long-term tenants to help you get the maximum return from your rental property.

10 mins
A landlord guide to holding a deposit

Landlord’s guide to holding deposits

Holding deposits are useful to ensure a tenant is serious about renting your property. But you must stick to the rules, or you run the risk of invalidating your insurance.

15 mins
Home insurance in heatwaves

Home insurance and heatwaves; what are you covered for?

Heatwaves are increasing in frequency and intensity, causing significant problems for homeowners. We look at how to protect your property from extreme heat and make sure you have the insurance cover you need.

5 mins
Unoccupied commercial property

Managing unoccupied commercial property

For a landlord owning an empty commercial property there are going to be increased costs involved. We look at some top tips for landlords to protect their properties.

14 mins
Things landlords cannot do

Things landlords cannot do

If you’re a landlord, there are a lot of legal conditions you must comply with. In this article, we look at what landlords can and cannot do, and give tips on avoiding common mistakes when managing your properties and tenants.

9 mins
Legionnaires disease

Landlord’s guide to Legionnaires’ disease

If you rent out property, you must ensure your water systems are safe and free from Legionella. We look at how to avoid outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease and how to insure yourself against this risk.

10 mins
Are landlord responsible for white goods?

Are landlords responsible for white goods?

Most landlords provide white goods – domestic appliances – in their rental properties. But who’s responsible for them? Landlords, tenants, or both? We take a closer look.

13 mins
locks and key for a rental property on a blue door. The property has landlord insurance from Alan Boswell Group

Guide to locks and keys on rental property

Who’s responsible for the locks and keys of a rental property? In this article, we look at the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants when it comes to security.