Residential Letting & Property Management
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Can I use a ‘cash for keys’ arrangement to get the tenant to leave early?
Read more: Can I use a ‘cash for keys’ arrangement to get the tenant to leave early?Yes but beware of the pitfalls: 1. You might be paying unnecessarily Because you already have the right to serve a notice, you could end up paying thousands just to save a couple of months. 2. Uncertainty the tenant will leave Even if the tenant agrees they might delay leaving 3. Notice restrictions still matter […]
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Do I need to comply with observations made by the engineer during the oil firing servicing if the oil installation was installed before 2010?
Read more: Do I need to comply with observations made by the engineer during the oil firing servicing if the oil installation was installed before 2010?If it was: Then it is generally considered “existing compliant” and does NOT need to be upgraded to meet current Building Regulations. However (even for old systems) you must comply with current regulations (especially Approved Document J and Approved Document L) if you: Even if it’s old, action may still be required if: It’s Unsafe […]
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Can tenants carry out their own repairs?
Read more: Can tenants carry out their own repairs?No – tenants should only carry out repairs themselves if their tenancy agreement explicitly allows it. While tenants are responsible for minor “tenant-like” maintenance, attempting significant repairs without permission can lead to financial and legal risks. Performing unauthorised repairs can backfire, even if you are trying to help: Still not answered your question? We love questions […]
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Does a tenant have to leave when served with notice?
Read more: Does a tenant have to leave when served with notice?No – (assuming the notice is valid) the notice is a formal statement that the landlord requires possession of the property – it does NOT end the tenancy. The tenancy can only be ended by surrender (express or implied) or enforcement of a court order after the date for possession by the execution of a […]
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Does my kitchen need to have ventilation?
Read more: Does my kitchen need to have ventilation?Yes, if: Not automatically required if: Under Building Regulations 2010, specifically Part F (Ventilation) for intermittent extract ventilation (extractor fan or cooker hood) Minimum extraction rates are: OR The air should normally be discharged to the outside, not just recirculated. 👉 A recirculating cooker hood (with charcoal filter only) does not meet Part F on […]
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Do I need to address code 3s on the EICR?
Read more: Do I need to address code 3s on the EICR?No – you do not need to fix code 3s (C3) observations on an EICR. C3 = Improvement recommended means: Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here
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Who is responsible for clearing a boiler condensate pipe?
Read more: Who is responsible for clearing a boiler condensate pipe?Clearing a boiler condensate pipe is generally the landlord’s responsibility as it falls under maintaining the boiler and its plumbing, which is a legal requirement for landlords. However, if a tenant’s misuse is proven to have caused the blockage, the tenant may be liable for the repair costs. Still not answered your question? We love […]
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Questions about the Renters Rights’ Act
Read more: Questions about the Renters Rights’ ActDo I need to issue a new tenancy agreement or grant a new tenancy with the enactment of the bill? No – assured shorthold tenancies will automatically become assured periodic tenancies and any terms that are in contravention of the bill will be unenforceable. When will the bill become law? On 22nd October 2025 the […]
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I think my tenant is sub-letting can I just turn up to check?
Read more: I think my tenant is sub-letting can I just turn up to check?No – The landlord (or their agent) can access the property for viewing the condition and state of repair subject to them giving 24 hours’ notice in writing to the occupier. Trying to access the property with less notice or not giving notice in writing is a breach of the tenants’ right to ‘quiet enjoyment’ […]
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Who is responsible to accidental damage in the property?
Read more: Who is responsible to accidental damage in the property?Tenants are responsible for making good all damage and breakages to the property and its contents that may occur during the tenancy with the exception of fair wear and tear and accidental damage by fire. Tenant insurance often includes tenants’ liability coverage, which protects the tenant from financial liability if they accidentally damage the landlord’s property, its […]