FREE GUIDE · 16 PAGES
The UK Landlord Compliance Guide 2026/27
Key checks, records, responsibilities and deadlines every landlord should know about. Managing rental property involves far more than collecting rent: this free guide explains what needs managing. Written by a landlord, checked against the official guidance.
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What’s inside
Property safety
Gas, electrical, EPCs, smoke and CO alarms and fire safety: what each involves and why it matters.
Tenancies and tenants
Tenant screening, deposits, Right to Rent and the tenancy paperwork that protects you.
Licensing
When HMO, additional or selective licensing might apply to your property.
Records and management
Inspections, repairs, insurance and the records worth keeping if anything is ever questioned.
Running a portfolio
Why it gets harder with every property, and how to stay organised as you grow.
What's changing
The Renters' Rights Act and what's coming next, with links to the official guidance.
“I’ve been a landlord since 2015. This is the guide I wish I’d had on day one: everything a landlord needs to keep on top of, explained in plain English.”
Paul Ashley, founder of LET NEXUS
- Plain English, no jargon
- What records to keep, and why
- Links to the official GOV.UK guidance
- Updated for the Renters' Rights Act
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Does it cover Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
It's written for landlords in England. Many points are similar elsewhere in the UK, but some rules differ, so check the official guidance for your nation.
The guide is general information for landlords in England and isn’t legal advice. Rules can change, so always check the official guidance or take professional advice for your situation.