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Practical articles on UK landlord compliance and document management.

45 articles

Deposit Protection: 30-Day Rule for Landlords

Tenancy deposit protection guide: 3 approved schemes, 30-day deadline, prescribed info rules, penalties, and proof tips.

EICR requirements for landlords: 5-year testing, C1/C2/C3 codes, 28-day remedial rule, and how to prove delivery.

Digital vs paper documents for landlords: legal validity, proof advantages, security considerations, and switching tips.

What records must UK landlords keep? Legal requirements, retention periods, tribunal expectations, and how to organise them.

Landlord gas safety certificate guide: annual CP12 requirement, 28-day rule, inspections, record-keeping, and proof of delivery.

Managing documents for multiple HMO tenants. Individual vs shared docs, proof of delivery per tenant, and digital solutions.

What happens when landlords lack delivery proof: Section 8 challenges, tribunal issues, delayed possession, and fixes.

All 17 Section 8 grounds explained. Learn which grounds work under the Renters Rights Act and why proof of compliance matters for mandatory grounds.

EPC requirements for UK landlords: minimum ratings, exemptions, renewal timescales, and how to prove delivery to tenants.

HMO compliance checklist: licensing, fire safety, room sizes, and document requirements for UK landlords in 2026.