Becoming a landlord
Anyone who rents out a house or a room is a landlord and all landlords have responsibilities.
Getting your property ready to rent
You need to make sure your house is in good condition before renting it to a tenant.
Find out moreCreating an inventory
Now that your house is ready it’s time to protect your property by creating an inventory.
Rent and Deposits
Once you’ve got your house ready, all your safety certificates in place and created an inventory it’s time to think about rent and deposits.
Find out moreChoosing a tenant
Choosing the right person to live in your house is the key to a successful landlord tenant relationship.
Find out moreYour Tenancy Agreement
Once you’ve chosen a tenant and carried out the checks you need to give the tenant a Tenancy Agreement before they move into the property.
Find out moreManaging a tenancy
Managing a tenancy can seem a little daunting but by following these simple guidelines you will be able to build and maintain a good relationship with your tenant.
Find out moreEnding a tenancy
You and your tenant can agree to end a tenancy at any time. If you want to end the tenancy and the tenant doesn’t agree you must serve notice advising them of your intentions.
Find out moreManaging an empty property
If your property is empty for any period of time there are some things you should do to make sure it is safe.
Find out moreGeneral Data Protection Regulation
The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) came into force in May 2018 and applies to landlords and letting agents
Find out moreWhat else do I need to know?
Rent repayment order? Fitness for habitation? Pre action protocol?
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