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Rent Arrears: What to Do Before They Reach Ground 8
Rent arrears are the most common reason landlords seek possession. They are also the most preventable situation to end up in — and the most damaging when they escalate without a clear response.
2026-08-25 · Legal Updates
Pets in Rental Properties: The New Rules Under the Renters' Rights Act
Since 1 May 2026, tenants in England have a statutory right to request a pet. Landlords cannot unreasonably refuse. A blanket no pets policy in a tenancy agreement is no longer enforceable.
2026-08-18 · Legal Updates
How Long Does a Section 8 Eviction Take?
Section 8 is now the only route to possession for landlords in England.
2026-08-11 · Legal Updates
What Is a Periodic Tenancy? What Every Landlord Needs to Know After the Renters' Rights Act
Since 1 May 2026, periodic tenancies have been the default for all private residential lettings in England.
2026-07-21 · Legal Updates
How to Increase the Rent Under the Renters' Rights Act — The Section 13 Process
Since 1 May 2026, the way landlords increase rent has changed fundamentally.
2026-07-20 · Legal Updates
Student Let Turnaround 2026: Ground 4A, Deposits and What Changes This Summer
July and August are the busiest months of the year for student landlords. Old tenants leave, new tenants move in, properties need to be turned around, and deposits need to be settled.
2026-07-14 · Legal Updates
Section 21 Transitional Window Closed 31 July 2026 — What Landlords Need to Know
The Section 21 transitional window closed on 31 July 2026. Notices not taken to court by that date are no longer enforceable.
2026-07-07 · Legal Updates
How to Serve a Section 8 Notice in 2026 — The Complete Landlord Guide
Section 8 is now the only route to possession in England. This step-by-step guide covers every ground, the correct notice periods, and how to serve a notice that stands up at court.
2026-06-14 · Legal Updates
Section 21 Is Gone — What Every Landlord in England Must Do Now
Section 21 no-fault evictions were abolished on 1 May 2026 under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Here is what changed, what grounds you can now use, and exactly what to do next.
2026-06-09 · Legal Updates
The Renters' Rights Act 2025: A Complete Guide for UK Landlords
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 is the most significant change to private rental law since 1988. Section 21 abolition, new possession grounds, the landlord database and Awaab's Law explained.
2026-05-07 · Legal Updates