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Know before you sign.
Plain-English guides to UK tenancy law and renting well.
31 July 2026
5 Clauses to Watch For in a UK Tenancy Agreement
Signing a tenancy agreement is exciting — but it's also a legal contract, and not every clause in it is fair or even enforceable. Here are five things worth checking before you sign.
23 June 2026
Moving Out Checklist: What to Do Before You Hand Back the Keys
Moving out is stressful enough without deposit surprises afterward. A practical checklist to work through in the weeks before you leave.
9 June 2026
Your Deposit Rights When You Move Out: A Step-by-Step Guide
Getting your full deposit back shouldn't feel like a battle. A practical walkthrough of the process, and what to do if a deduction seems unfair.
26 May 2026
Can My Landlord Evict Me Without a Reason? (Not Any More)
For years, "no-fault" eviction under Section 21 meant landlords could end a tenancy without giving any reason at all. That changed with the Renters' Rights Act 2025.
19 May 2026
Ending a Periodic Tenancy: How Much Notice Do You Actually Need?
Since the Renters' Rights Act 2025 came into force, most tenancies in England are moving to a periodic model. That's changed the notice rules for tenants wanting to leave.
4 May 2026
The Renters' Rights Act 2025: What It Actually Means for You
The biggest change to renting in England in a generation took effect on 1 May 2026. Here's what's actually different.
7 April 2026
Damp and Mould: Who Is Responsible, and What Can You Do?
Damp and mould is one of the most common — and most contested — issues in rented housing. Here's how responsibility is generally worked out.
24 March 2026
Reporting a Repair: Your Landlord's Legal Obligations
Something's broken, and you're not sure whether it's your problem or your landlord's. Here's what landlords are legally required to fix.
10 March 2026
Fair Wear and Tear vs Damage: What Can Come Out of Your Deposit
One of the most disputed phrases in renting. Here's how it's generally applied in practice.
24 February 2026
Deposit Protection Explained: DPS, MyDeposits, and TDS
What deposit protection actually means, which schemes exist, and what to do if you're not sure yours was done properly.
10 February 2026
Is My Tenancy Agreement Even Legal? A Beginner's Guide
What actually makes a tenancy agreement valid, and which parts can be overridden by law regardless of what the document says.