In the world of property management, "periodic tenancy" is a term that can either represent long-term stability or a looming administrative nightmare. Unlike fixed-term tenancies that have a clear expiry date, periodic tenancies roll on: sometimes for years: often leading to a "drift" in property condition documentation. When a tenant finally moves out after five years, trying to...
If you’re managing property in 2026, you already know that the landscape has shifted. The days of a few grainy smartphone photos and a scribbled note saying "flat looks fine" are long gone. With the full implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act and the increased powers of the PRS Ombudsman, the margin for error in property management has effectively vanished. As a landlord or property...
Managing a rental property in London or Kent is often described as a full-time job disguised as a "passive" investment. Between shifting legislation and the sheer pace of the market, it’s easy to let the administrative finer points slip through the cracks. However, if there is one area where "close enough" simply isn’t good enough, it’s tenancy deposit protection. As we move...
The landscape of the Private Rented Sector (PRS) is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. As we move through 2026, the introduction of the mandatory PRS Landlord Ombudsman marks a shift from "best practice" being a suggestion to it being a legal necessity. For landlords and property managers across London and Kent, the days of "eyeballing" a property condition or...
Let’s be honest: if you are a landlord or property manager in London or Kent, your calendar probably looks like a game of Tetris played by someone who isn't very good at it. Between coordinating with tenants, chasing contractors, and trying to stay on the right side of ever-evolving legislation, time is your most precious: and scarcest: commodity. Since 2012, Evestaff Property Inventory Clerks has...
The rental landscape in 2026 is a different beast than it was just a few years ago. If you are a landlord or property manager operating in London or Kent, you have likely noticed that "good enough" no longer cuts it when it comes to deposit disputes. With the tightening of regulations and the increased scrutiny from adjudication bodies, the document you once called a "standard...
The landscape of the UK rental market is shifting beneath our feet. For years, the fixed-term assured shorthold tenancy (AST) was the bedrock of the industry, providing a predictable rhythm for landlords and letting agents. However, with legislative changes pushing the industry toward a system of periodic tenancies, that predictability is being replaced by flexibility. While flexibility is a boon for...
Welcome to 2026. If you’re a landlord or property manager in London or Kent, you’ve likely realised by now that the "good old days" of a simple handshake and a printed AST are firmly in the rearview mirror. The regulatory landscape has shifted significantly over the last few years, and as we move further into 2026, the margin for error has narrowed to a sliver. At Evestaff Property...
Welcome to the new era of UK property management. As of today, 1 March 2026, the landscape for landlords and letting agents across London and Kent has fundamentally shifted. If you’ve been keeping a weather eye on the legislative horizon, you’ll know that the Renters’ Rights Bill isn’t just another piece of red tape: it is the most significant overhaul of the private rented sector in a...
As we navigate through the first quarter of 2026, the UK property market is undergoing one of its most significant transitions in decades. For landlords and property managers across London and Kent, the focus has shifted from simple aesthetic maintenance to the fundamental energy performance of their portfolios. While Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) have long been the standard benchmark, the...
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