To support landlords, agents and property professionals in navigating the evolving residential lettings landscape, David Smith has produced a series of practical guides and checklists covering key aspects of compliance, possession and risk management.
These resources are designed to provide straightforward, accessible guidance on some of the most significant changes affecting the private rented sector, helping you understand your obligations, identify potential issues and make informed decisions.
Whether you are reviewing property standards, considering possession options or assessing the impact of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, these documents offer a useful starting point and practical reference tool.
This practical checklist aims to help landlords and agents assess whether a property meets key HHSRS baseline standards. Based on GOV.UK guidance and MHCLG technical guidance, it can help identify potential deficiencies, demonstrate good property management, and provide reassurance to tenants on accommodation standards.
This concise guide provides an overview of the grounds for possession under the Housing Act 1988 following the changes introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. It outlines the revised mandatory and discretionary grounds, the circumstances in which they apply, and the key evidential requirements landlords must meet. Designed for landlords, agents and property professionals, it offers a practical reference to support possession decisions within the updated legal framework.
This practical reference table summarises the key offences, penalties and enforcement powers introduced by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. Designed for landlords, agents and property professionals, it provides a clear overview of potential financial and legal consequences for non-compliance, helping users understand their obligations and manage regulatory risk.
