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Reigning in the rent increases
To help ensure predictability in a world of rising costs, the Renters’ Rights Act, coming into force from May 2026, limits rent increases to once per 12 months via a Section 13 notice.
EPC compliance without breaking the bank
Following on from our recent blog on ECP C by 2030, we’ve received many calls about how best to get started and how to ensure that landlords hit the targets set, but without overspending.
‘Tis the season of damp and mould
This time of year more than any is the season of damp and mould – it’s cold outside, the heating is on, and there’s very little choice about where to dry your clothes. All this adds up to a lot of condensation, with nowhere to go, and that’s their favourite climate.
EPC C by 2030
In 2020, the government launched consultations proposing that all new tenancies in the private rented sector needed to meet EPC Band C as a minimum standard. Recently, it has been confirmed in the latest MEES update that by 1 October 2030, all rental properties will reach EPC C.
What you need to know before you buy to let
Although there have been fluctuations across the years, the stats show that buying a property to let out has been one of the best ways of building wealth in the UK. However, there’s more to it than just choosing the right property and putting down a deposit.
Why you can’t afford to be unprotected anymore
Rent Guarantee Insurance is becoming more important for landlords because the new Renters’ Rights Act raises the arrears threshold and lengthens the process before you can regain possession, increasing the period with no rent coming in.
The Accidental Landlord
Every year in the UK, thousands of people become “accidental landlords” through inheriting a home, and they then face the same dilemma: sell it or let it?
A 2026 landlord’s guide to pets
From 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act will give private tenants in England a legal right to request a pet and will stop landlords from refusing without a fair reason – and for landlords, that brings both risk and opportunity
What the budget means for Landlords
Rachel Reeve’s recent budget has delivered more financial pressures for landlords across the UK, accompanied with a side dish of new operational challenges for letting agents and property management companies, like Urpad.
Smarter, more effective communication
In a rapidly evolving business landscape, where property legislation and regulations can change quickly, staying informed has never been more important. That’s why we’re making a key change in how we communicate with you…