Landlords

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.