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Renting with Pets- When Can Landlords Say No

Back [greeting] Renting with Pets: When Can Landlords Say No? The upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill aims to make life easier for pet-loving tenants by giving them the legal right to request a pet in their home. No more blanket bans- landlords will need to consider each request fairly, with clear reasons if they say no.… Continue reading Renting with Pets- When Can Landlords Say No

Tenant Referencing- How Long Should It Take

Back [greeting] Tenant Referencing: How Long Should It Take? Tenant referencing is a crucial step in the rental process but how long should it actually take? In this post, we break down industry averages and common causes of delays. Why Tenant Referencing Matters Speed is everything in the private rented sector. Landlords want to avoid… Continue reading Tenant Referencing- How Long Should It Take

What the Renters’ Rights Bill Means for Landlords- July 2025 Update

Back [greeting] What the Renters’ Rights Bill Means for Landlords: July 2025 Update Last updated: July 2025Expected next step: 8th September 2025Applies to: Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) The UK government’s Renters’ Rights Bill, first introduced to Parliament in September 2024, has now progressed through its third reading in the House of Lords. The next major… Continue reading What the Renters’ Rights Bill Means for Landlords- July 2025 Update

How the Renters’ Rights Bill Tackles Discrimination in Renting

Back [greeting] How the Renters’ Rights Bill Tackles Discrimination in Renting The upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill is a game-changing step towards fairer housing, designed to fill the gaps left by the existing Equality Act 2010. For landlords and letting agents, it’s essential to understand what discrimination looks like today, what the new rules mean, and… Continue reading How the Renters’ Rights Bill Tackles Discrimination in Renting