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The new landlords database: registration dates, fees and what landlords need to do
England’s new landlords database is due to launch from December 2026, with registration introduced region by region. We explain the announced deadlines, the £65 annual fee per property, what information landlords will need to provide and the consequences of failing to comply.
Landlord Law Fundamentals – A Monthly Training Series
A new training webinar series for Landlord Law members, also available to non members at a modest cost.
Landlord Law members’ forum: your questions answered
Sometimes you need more than general guidance—you need to ask how the law applies to your situation. Our members’ forum gives Landlord Law members somewhere to ask me their landlord and tenant law questions. Here is how it works, what you can ask and what to expect.
Dealing with tenant complaints: a new procedure for Landlord Law members
Landlord Law members can now use our new complaints procedure, with guidance for landlords, an optional tenant complaints form and a complaint record and checklist. These resources will help you respond consistently, keep track of promised action and resolve problems before they escalate. Member feedback is welcome.
Introducing the Landlord Law Daily Tips Archive
Our new Daily Tips Archive gives Landlord Law members access to past tips, including tribunal case reports, legal updates and practical guidance. The email service remains free to everyone.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – October 2026
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New Landlord Law Tenancy Variation Agreement
Landlord Law members can now use our new Tenancy Variation Agreement to update the terms of an existing assured periodic tenancy without creating a new tenancy.
Right to Rent checks: what changes on 1 October 2026?
New Right to Rent rules apply from 1 October 2026. Find out what changes, how to check occupiers and which records landlords must retain.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – September 2026
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Introducing the Landlord Law Market Rent and Tribunal Kit
Helping landlrords research and set their market rent alonig with step by step guidance on dealing with tribunal challenges.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – August 2026
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The new eviction process – choosing and using possession grounds
Update – 31 July 2026: The transitional period for bringing most remaining Section 21 claims has now ended. I have published some additional guidance on the Landlord Law Blog here. With the coming into force of stage 1 of the Renters Rights Act comes new rules for evicting tenants. The familiar section 21 procedure has […]
The Landlord Law CPD Service – July 2026
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The Landlord Law Tenancy Agreements – New Student and Resident Landlord Versions Now Available
Discover the latest updates to the Landlord Law tenancy agreements, including new student and resident landlord versions and important post-launch improvements.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – June 2026
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How I Spent My Renters’ Rights Act Bank Holiday Weekend
A behind-the-scenes look at the major update work carried out on Landlord Law following the implementation of phase 1 of the Renters’ Rights Act.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – May 2026
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Renters Rights Act amendments to the Welsh Occupation Contracts
Amendments to the Welsh Occupation Contracts and wording of the notice you need to serve.
Your New Renters’ Rights Act Tenancy Agreement – Now Available for Members
With the implementation of the Renters Rights Act pending, one of my most important tasks was to create a new Renters Rights Act compliant tenancy agreement. After quite a lot of work (discussed in my blog posts from here) I finally have the first iterations of these up and online for members to use. This […]
The Landlord Law CPD Service – April 2026
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A New Landlord Law Guarantee Deed for the Renters’ Rights Act Era
With the new housing regime under the Renters Rights Act 2025, the first stage of which is due to come into force on 1 May 2026, comes the need for new thinking on guarantees. The way it works pre May 2026 A landlord will ask a tenant to provide a guarantee if they are worried […]
The Landlord Law CPD Service – March 2026
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Tenants’ Notices to Quit – New Landlord Law Guidance Now Live
New Landlord Law guidance on handling tenants’ notices to quit after 1 May 2026, including procedures, draft documents and eviction guidance.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – February 2026
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Free landlord training: the updated Landlord Law Essentials e-course
Introducing my updated Landlord Law Essentials E Course
The Landlord Law CPD Service – January 2026
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Helping Landlords and agents deal with Local Authority Enforcement
Discussing our new Kit on the Local Authority Enforcement powers – something all landlords need to know about.
Renters’ Rights Act: What Do I Need to Do About Existing Tenancies?
Discussing what the new rules are now the Renters Rights Act is in force.
Dealing With Tenants Who Refuse Access: Legal Tools Every Landlord Should Know
Landlords must meet strict legal obligations for gas and electrical safety checks—but what if tenants refuse? Landlord Law’s Access Kit helps landlords stay compliant
The Landlord Law CPD Service – December 2025
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The Landlord Law Pre Renters’ Rights Act Tenancy Agreements
Announcing our new tenancy agreement for members to use before the Renters Rights Act comes into force.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – November 2025
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The Landlord Law Student tenancy agreements
We have now removed our student tenancy agreements as they are not compliant with the Renters Rights Bill legislation.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – October 2025
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New Procedures for landlords and tenants to follow
Introducing our new Procedures in anticpation of the Renters Rights Act
The Landlord Law CPD Service – September 2025
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The Landlord Law CPD Service – August 2025
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Landlord Law ‘bills included’ tenancy agreements – a solution (maybe)
Explaining my solution (for the time being) for my bills included tenancy agreement clauses.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – July 2025
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Fee increase for our telephone advice service
Notification of a fee increase for our telephone advice service.
A new Pet Caring Agreement and Information Form
A new form to use if your tenant asked permission to regularly care for a pet owned by someone else.
New info and FAQ on fire safety and fire doors
A new FAQ on fire safety and landlords obligations regarding fire doors
The Landlord Law CPD Service – June 2025
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New money laundering regulations come into force today (14 May 2025)
Landlords must check all prospective tenants against the sanctions list. Letting agents must also check all their landlords. There are big fines for non compliance.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – May 2025
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A new article to help you help tenants in arrears of rent
A new article is published which will help you help your tenants clear their rent arrears.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – April 2025
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The availability of the Landlord Law Kits and Courses
What we are doing about updating our kits and their availability.
The Landlord Law CPD Service – March 2025
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