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New Government How To Rent checklist
A new ‘How to Rent’ guide is set to be released by Government next week, the NRLA has been informed. Landlords in England are reminded they MUST serve this version at the start of any new tenancy or renewal (when a statutory periodic tenancy). Rules were brought in...
Serving section 8 notices when you need to move back into your property or sell it.
Following the abolition of Section 21 under the Renters’ Rights Act, you will now need to use the grounds-based process under Section 8 to take back possession of your rental property. As part of a new regular feature series, we are taking a deep...
RENTS RIGHTS BILL – A TIMELINE
The timing of implementation has now been announced. You can access the governments implementation guide here https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6915beb8bc34c86ce4e6e730/Implementing_Renters_Rights_Act_2025_-_roadmap.pdf For ease, the guidance has...
Renters’ Rights Bill achieves Royal Assent
The Renters’ Rights Bill’s Royal Assent approval has been announced today - 27th October 2025 and is now ready to become an Act after being agreed by the Houses of Commons & Lords. From the date the Bill was introduced to the House of Commons on 11th September...
Renter’s Rights Bill. September update.
The Renters’ Rights Bill edged closer to implementation on 8th September, as MPs in the House of Commons considered a range of amendments made by the House of Lords before the summer. This stage marked the final opportunity for both Houses to agree on the bill’s exact...
Renter’s Rights Bill – Proposed Amendments
The Bill entered the second session of Report Stage where further amendments were proposed; the final session will take place on the 15th July 2025 swiftly followed by the 3rd Reading. It is likely that Royal Assent will be granted in the Autumn when Parliament...
Clearing Debris and Leaves from Gutters: Who is Responsible, Landlords or Tenants?
As autumn arrives in England, the falling leaves create picturesque scenes, but they also contribute to one of the most common property maintenance issues – clogged gutters. Blocked gutters can cause significant damage to a property if not properly maintained, leading...
Right To Rent Checks – what it means for landlords.
As a landlord, you’re legally obligated to check that every adult who will be living in your property has the right to rent in the UK. This applies not only to those named on the tenancy agreement but to all occupiers aged 18 or over—including family members,...
Renters Rights Bill presented in Parliament
Here we go. The government are standing by their word and will push this Bill through as promised relatively quickly. The Renters Rights Bill was ‘presented’ in Parliament today - no fanfare, just confirmation that the Second Reading will take...
The PRS & the Intentions of a Labour Government
Since 2019, many landlords have been concerned that Section 21 would be abolished, but the call for a General Election six weeks ago, put an end to the Renters Reform Bill, one of the fallen bills, progressing through the House of Lords and reaching a point where it...
Key information on the Renters Reform Bill
After months of waiting the Renters Reform Bill finally passed its third reading in the House of Commons yesterday, Coverage for the Bill has been widespread in the national press and trade press, some of which has been inaccurately reported. Abolishing Section 21...
Date announced for the Renters Reform Bill
The government has confirmed to the NRLA that the Renters Reform Bill will be introduced to parliament week commencing 8th May. Heres an overview as to what is to be expected the bill cover. 1, Section 21 notice to be abolished 2, Periodic tenancies to become standard...
Birmingham City Council Selective Licensing Scheme
Birmingham City Council has updated their information in relation to the roll out of the selective licensing scheme in select wards across the borough. There is a helpful ward checker on their website so that you can be sure if your property is affected.
Andersons Update
Welcome to the new look of Andersons Lettings website. I have wanted to update my website and branding for some time now, and I'm pleased to say I've finally done it. My old website and logo served me well for many years but over time I've felt it's not reflective of...
Are you serving your Section 21 correctly?
Section 21 Notices Prerequisites You are probably aware that all landlords of Assured Shorthold Tenancies which were created or renewed on or after 1st October 2015 must have served a Gas Safety Certificate and an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) on the property...
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards – UPDATE
The government has confirmed that changes to EPC rules preventing landlords from renting out inefficient homes WILL be brought in next April. In a high level meeting the department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) confirmed to the RLA there will be...
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards Rule April 2018
Agents and landlords are being warned by a property management agency to prepare for the next round of energy-efficiency regulation changes coming into effect next April. Landlords should be aware of the introduction of new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards – MEES –...
When is the best time of year for lettings?
If you have been in the lettings industry as long as i have, you will most definitely notice a pattern to the year when it comes to how quickly properties let and the type of tenants that are moving at certain times in the year. If you are a new landlord or are...
