What Is the Renters’ Rights Act?
If you rent privately in England, you may have heard about a major new law that came into force in May 2026. But what is the Renters’ Rights Act, exactly and what does it mean for you? This guide explains the Act in plain English, covering what it does, who it affects, and how it […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act 2025
If you rent privately in England, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is the biggest shake-up to your legal rights in decades. Whether you’re a tenant trying to understand what has changed, or a landlord navigating new obligations, this guide covers everything you need to know from the abolition of no-fault evictions to new rules on […]
Contend Names Timothy Capes Chief Technology Officer in New Chapter for Legal Access Startup
The appointment marks a leadership transition at Contend, the company working to make legal help accessible to everyone, as co-founder William Boan steps back from day-to-day operations. Contend, the legal technology company on a mission to make accessible legal help a reality for everyone, is entering what its leadership is calling “a new chapter” and […]
Heating and Hot Water Rights and Responsibilities for UK Renters
Introduction to Heating and Hot Water in UK Rentals You don’t really think about heating or hot water until one of them stops working. Then suddenly it’s all you can think about. The shower’s cold, the radiators aren’t coming on, and the flat that was fine a week ago now feels uncomfortable in a way […]
What Happens to Your Tenancy If Your Landlord Dies?
Finding out your landlord has died can leave you with a lot of questions very quickly. You might be wondering who you’re supposed to pay rent to, whether anyone can ask you to leave, or whether your tenancy still stands at all. It can feel especially uncertain if nobody gets in touch straight away and […]
How to Check If Your Rent Increase Is Legal in the UK
Understanding Rent Increases in the UK A rent increase can land out of nowhere, even when you’ve been quietly getting on with things and paying on time. Sometimes it comes as a letter, sometimes it’s just mentioned in a message or on a call, almost as if it’s a done deal, and that’s usually the […]
Sitting Tenants’ Rights: Legal Protections for UK Renters
Understanding Sitting Tenants and Their Rights If you’ve been renting the same home for a long time, your rights may be stronger than you realise. A lot of renters assume the rules are the same for everyone, but they aren’t. Someone who moved in recently under a modern tenancy agreement is often in a very […]
How to Rent a Home in the UK Without a Guarantor
What Is a Guarantor and Why Are They Usually Needed? Trying to rent without a guarantor can feel like hitting a wall before you’ve even properly started. You find a place you like, you get your paperwork together, and then the landlord or agent asks whether someone can guarantee the rent if you can’t pay […]
Application Fees and Holding Deposits
What are Rental Application Fees and Holding Deposits? Applying for a rental can feel expensive before you’ve even got the keys. You might be asked for money to “reserve” the property, hear talk of checks and admin, and suddenly find yourself wondering what’s actually allowed and what isn’t. That’s usually where application fees and holding […]
Lodgers and Resident Landlords
Understanding Lodgers and Resident Landlords Living with your landlord can work really well, but it’s a different setup from renting in the usual sense, and it helps to know that before you move in. If you’re renting a room in someone’s home and they live there too, you’re usually classed as a lodger. That means […]