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What Are a Landlord’s Legal Obligations?

What Are a Landlord's Legal Obligations?

In the latest episode of our accidental landlord series with Taylor Rose Solicitors, Phil Spencer is joined by legal experts Alex and Faye to explain the legal obligations that come with being a landlord in England. They’re talking you through everything you need to take care of such as gas and electrical safety checks, tenancy agreements, EPCs, deposit protection and property licensing.
They also explore what’s changed under the Renters’ Rights Act, including new tenancy rules, written statements of terms and tenants’ rights to request pets, alongside further reforms still to come.
For new, accidental and experienced landlords alike, this episode is a useful reminder of what the law expects of you, as you are responsible for running a safe and regulated property.
Watch now to know how to avoid making costly mistakes.
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Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:37 Essential Legal Obligations Every Landlord Must Know
01:41 The Renters’ Rights Act and Written Statement of Terms
02:13 Upcoming Changes: Database, Ombudsman, and New Standards
04:08 Properly Drafted Tenancy Agreements
05:46 Non-Negotiable Safety Checks and Record Keeping
07:28 Landlord Responsibility vs Agent Responsibility
08:13 Common Mistakes Landlords Make
11:15 Selective Licensing and Local Authority Requirements
12:35 Deposit Protection and Possession Procedure Pitfalls
13:29 Penalties for Non-Compliance Under New Legislation
14:57 What to Do If You’ve Missed Something

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