RECENT LEGISLATION / September 24, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

Rent Increases, Advance Rent and Bidding

England Rent Increase Rules 2026: Form 4A, Advance Rent and Rental Bidding The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 changed several rules about rent in England’s private rented sector on 1 May 2026. Landlords now need to

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RECENT LEGISLATION / September 24, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

England: Rent Arrears and Section 8

Section 8 Rent Arrears Eviction in England: Grounds 8, 10 and 11 in 2026 When rent stops arriving, the first useful step is an accurate rent account. Under the rules in force from 1 May

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RECENT LEGISLATION / September 24, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

England: Selling a Tenanted Property

Ground 1A: Selling a Tenanted Property in England in 2026 A landlord can decide to sell a rented property, but a sale does not automatically end the tenancy or guarantee vacant possession for a buyer.

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RECENT LEGISLATION / September 24, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

Renters’ Rights Act 2025: What England Landlords Must Do in 2026

Renters’ Rights Act 2025: What England Landlords Must Do in 2026 The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 changed the way most private properties are let in England on 1 May 2026. For landlords, the essential tasks

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RECENT LEGISLATION / September 11, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

Top 10 Reasons Landlords Are Receiving Civil Penalties in 2026

A British Landlords Association Guide for Landlords in England Published: July 2026 The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, which came into force on 1 May 2026, has significantly changed the way local authorities

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Landlord News / September 11, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

EPC C Deadline for Landlords: What the New 2030 Energy Efficiency Rules Mean for Rural Properties

Landlords in England are facing another significant change to the regulation of the private rented sector, with the Government confirming plans for tougher minimum energy efficiency standards. For some time, landlords have heard references to

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Landlord News / September 11, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

Landlords Warned to Check New Letting Agent Fees and Add-On Charges

Landlords Warned to Check New Letting Agent Fees and Add-On Charges The British Landlords Association (BLA) is warning landlords to check their letting agent agreements carefully following concerns about agents introducing additional fees, charges and

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Membership Benefits / September 11, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

Landlord Advice – Direct Access to Lawyers (Members Only)

Landlord Advice Line Members can email consultants for a callback for legal help on any landlord/tenant issues. Provide a brief overview of your situation, and the appropriate lawyer will call you back Get free professional legal

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Membership Benefits, BLA Benefits / September 10, 2026 / By Marc Attwater

Tenant Referencing & Credit Checks Special offer 33% off Now

Tenant Referencing & Credit Checks for Landlords The British Landlords Association provides comprehensive tenant referencing and credit checks for landlords and letting agents across the UK. Our tenant referencing service helps you assess a prospective

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RECENT LEGISLATION / September 9, 2026 / By Takudzwa Maminingo

How New Rental Reforms Could Reshape Landlord–Tenant Rights

How New Rental Reforms Could Reshape Landlord–Tenant Rights The UK rental sector stands on the brink of one of the most significant transformations in decades. The proposed rental reforms, set to take effect through the

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