Comprent Journal
Compliance
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Plain-English guides for UK private landlords navigating the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and beyond. No jargon, no fluff.
The Section 21 Transitional Deadline Has Passed - Now What?
If you served a Section 21 notice before 1 May 2026, you had until 31 July 2026 to issue possession proceedings on it. That window has now closed for good. Here’s what it means if you missed it, and what your options are now.
HMO Licence Requirements in England: A Complete Landlord Guide for 2026
HMO licensing is one of the most misunderstood areas of landlord compliance. Letting a licensable HMO without a licence can result in an unlimited fine and a rent repayment order. Here is what you need to know.
EPC Band C Deadline: What Every Landlord Needs to Know Before 2030
The EPC Band C deadline is 1 October 2030, four years away. That sounds comfortable, but contractors are already booking up and the upgrade costs are significant. Here is how to plan.
Tenancy Deposit Protection: Rules Every Landlord Must Follow in 2026
Failing to protect a deposit correctly remains one of the most common and costly mistakes a landlord can make. The rules have not changed under the RRA 2025, but the consequences of getting it wrong are now more serious than ever.
Awaab's Law Explained - Your 5 Working Day Obligation
Awaab's Law was extended to the private rented sector by the Renters' Rights Act 2025. Any landlord who fails to investigate a hazard report within 5 working days is in breach. Here's what you need to know.
How to Legally Increase Rent in 2026 - Section 13 Explained
Contractual rent review clauses and informal agreements to increase rent are no longer enforceable after 1 May 2026. Section 13 is the only lawful route - here is how to use it correctly.
Renters' Rights Act 2025: The Complete Landlord Checklist
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 is now in force. This is your complete compliance checklist - every obligation, every deadline, and what happens if you miss them.
Complete Guide to Section 8 Possession Grounds 2026
With Section 21 abolished, Section 8 is now the only route to possession. Understanding each ground, its notice period, and whether it is mandatory or discretionary is essential for every landlord.
Section 21 Abolished - What Every Landlord Must Do Now
Section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction was abolished on 1 May 2026. Every landlord in England must now understand the new possession framework under Section 8 or risk being unable to recover their property.
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