Tenant Caused Damage to Property: Evidence Landlords Should Keep
A practical landlord guide to recording tenant damage, separating it from fair wear and tear, and keeping evidence for deposit deductions or disputes.
Practical guidance on compliance rules, deadlines, and the records that prove you met them
Covering Gas Safety, EICR, EPC, inspections, and the evidence UK landlords need when a council, insurer, or solicitor asks.
A practical landlord guide to recording tenant damage, separating it from fair wear and tear, and keeping evidence for deposit deductions or disputes.
A practical landlord guide to tenancy check-out reports, end-of-tenancy inspections, deposit evidence and the records to keep before returning or deducting from a deposit.
From 1 May 2026, landlords in England must respond to a written tenant pet request within 28 days. This guide explains when refusal is likely to hold up, when it is not, and what to record either way.
Who must serve the Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 in England, by when, which service methods are valid, and what proof landlords should keep before 31 May 2026.
A practical guide for landlords in England on what to do when a tenant refuses a gas safety check, with a clear timeline, evidence checklist and record-keeping tips.
Searching “EICR give to tenant within 28 days”? In England, you must give existing tenants the latest EICR within 28 days of the inspection and test. This guide also covers council requests (7 days), new tenancies (before occupation), and proof to save.
From 1 May 2026, Section 21 ends and tenancies move to a single periodic system in England. This landlord friendly audit walks you through the documents, deadlines and habits you need to stay inspection-ready and reduce avoidable delays or penalties especially if you manage a portfolio.
Section 21 is being phased out. This guide explains what evidence courts and councils actually look for in Section 8 cases — and includes a free eviction-ready pack with templates for landlords.
The Renters’ Rights Bill will reshape the private rented sector in 2025. This guide explains what landlords must prepare for, including Section 21 abolition, the new Property Portal, Awaab’s Law deadlines and the extended Decent Homes Standard.
Section 21 no-fault evictions will be abolished in May 2026 under the Renters’ Rights Act. This guide explains how the new “just-cause” system works, why it impacts HMO and portfolio landlords, and the essential steps you must take now to stay compliant and protect your ability to regain possession.
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