Commencing a tenancy
Getting a tenancy off to the right start protects you for everything that follows. This section covers the checks and compliance to sort before you let — HMO and licensing, gas, electrical and fire safety, EPC, insurance and tax — then the practical steps of finding tenants, referencing, Right to Rent, deposits and serving the correct documents.
During a tenancy
A let doesn’t run itself. Here you’ll find what’s expected of you once tenants move in — keeping gas and electrical certificates current, protecting deposits, carrying out regular inspections, staying on top of rent and repairs, and handling complaints properly within the legal timeframes.
Ending tenancy
Ending a tenancy the right way matters as much as starting one. This section explains notice periods, surrender, the difference between assured and non-assured tenancies, and the correct procedure for seeking possession — so you stay on the right side of the law and avoid costly mistakes.
See how we are campaigning for landlords.
iHowz exists to give landlords a voice. We respond to government consultations, challenge unfair regulation and licensing, and work to keep the private rented sector workable for the people who provide homes. See the campaigns we’re fighting on your behalf.
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The Renters’ Rights Act is the biggest shake-up the sector has seen in decades. We’re tracking every change, pressing for workable rules, and helping members understand what it means in practice. See where we stand and what we’re calling for.
