Tenancy agreement Archives

What does a balanced tenancy agreement actually look like?

2nd April 2026, 3 weeks ago | 23

I have been reflecting recently on how tenancy agreements are evolving, and I keep coming back to the same question: What...

Government reveals what must be included in Renters’ Rights Act tenancy agreements

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

21st January 2026, 3 months ago | 11

The government has released details of what information landlords must put in new tenancy agreements under the Renters’ Rights Act....

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Tenant refuses to sign joint tenancy agreement?

Author: Readers Question

6th January 2026, 4 months ago | 43

Hello, My tenant, aged 60, moved into the property in May 2022 as a sole tenant. He has been a...

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Could a tenant’s boyfriend moving in turn the property into an HMO if they split?

Author: Readers Question

23rd December 2025, 4 months ago | 19

Hello, I’m looking for some advice here. The property is let to a mum and daughter on a single tenancy...

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Garden dispute on property exchange?

Author: Readers Question

12th August 2025, 8 months ago | 9

Hi, I am about to do a mutual exchange with a lady who has a 3-bed house with a shared...

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Advice on Docusigning a tenancy agreement?

Author: Readers Question

17th June 2025, 10 months ago | 12

Hi there, Does anyone have any advice on the legality of a tenancy agreement being signed in advance of the tenancy...

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Is my tenancy dated back to 1999 still valid?

Author: Readers Question

27th May 2025, 11 months ago | 5

In 1999, my tenant’s Mother signed a tenancy agreement which requires 2 months notice either side, and allows for RPI...

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‘Explicit consent’ needed from DWP recipients?

Author: Readers Question

21st March 2025, 1 year ago | 17

Well if there was evidence required as to why you are unable to let a property to a benefit tenant...

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‘Rent in advance’ is not an accurate expression?

Author: Readers Question

3rd February 2025, 1 year ago | 28

I am always frustrated by the expression ‘rent in advance’ which is now part of discussions around the Renters’ Rights...

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Landlord wins Appeal Court case on service of tenancy documents

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

23rd January 2025, 1 year ago | 6

The Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of a landlord, confirming they can serve essential tenancy documents by post....

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Judge strikes out possession claim over original deposit?

Author: Readers Question

13th January 2025, 1 year ago | 21

Hi Guys, I am wondering if you are able to help with this situation: I signed a tenancy agreement back...

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Tenancy agreement signed but not dated?

Author: Readers Question

16th October 2024, 2 years ago | 9

I have just realised my AST tenancy agreement has been signed by myself, the letting agent and the tenant, but...

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Impact of the Renter’s Rights Bill on superior landlords?

Author: Readers Question

30th September 2024, 2 years ago | 8

Hi, for any leasehold property surely the superior landlord is the Freeholder(s)? Many Leaseholders have to obtain written permission (and...

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Should I include tenant’s partner on the tenancy agreement?

Author: Readers Question

9th August 2024, 2 years ago | 7

Hi, in need of some advice. I rent out a flat in a university town, very often to international students....

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Tenancy agreement lost – what to do when evicting?

Author: Readers Question

19th July 2024, 2 years ago | 14

Hi, 20 years ago I bought a very small house on buy to let. I was always a good landlord...

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Adult son left in property after tenant moved out?

Author: Readers Question

22nd May 2024, 2 years ago | 10

Hello, I am looking for advice from Property118 readers, I issued a Section 8 notice to my tenant, who has...

Demystifying Tenancy Agreements: Your Essential Guide as a Landlord

Author: Aviram Shahar

7th May 2024, 2 years ago | 0

For landlords and tenants alike, a tenancy agreement is the cornerstone of a smooth and secure rental experience. It outlines...

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Rent increase paperwork dilemma?

Author: Readers Question

2nd April 2024, 2 years ago | 13

Hi, I want to make a 5% rent increase for tenants who are on assured shorthold periodic tenancies. I have...

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Query over six month break clause

Author: Readers Question

26th January 2024, 2 years ago | 2

Hello, we have rented out property for many years and our experience of 6-month break clauses has always been that...

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HMO house with AST – two of four tenants are leaving?

Author: Readers Question

24th January 2024, 2 years ago | 5

Hello, Two out of four tenants on an AST with a Lambeth HMO licence have given individual notice until 31/3/24....

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