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Tenancy Deposit Protection in 2026: How a Professional Property Inventory Report Wins Deposit Disputes for Kent Landlords

A tenancy deposit dispute rarely turns on who tells the most convincing story. It turns on the quality of the evidence. For landlords, property managers and letting agencies, a professional Inventory Report provides the baseline needed to compare the condition...

Schedule of Condition in 2026: What It Is and Why Every Kent Landlord Needs One

If you let property in Folkestone, across Kent or in London, a schedule of condition gives you a clear record of how the property looks at a specific point in time. That matters because memories are unreliable, tenants change, and the phrase “it was already...

Property Inspection Report in 2026: The Mid-Term Visit Checklist Every Landlord Should Use

A mid-term inspection should do more than confirm that the front door still opens and the boiler has not developed a personality of its own. A proper property inspection report gives you a clear, factual record of the home’s condition during the tenancy. It...

How Long Is an EPC Valid in 2026? Landlord Rules on EPC Renewals, Ratings and Rental Compliance

If you are asking, “how long is an EPC valid?”, the short answer is 10 years from the date of issue. However, EPC compliance in 2026 involves more than checking an expiry date. You also need to consider your property’s rating, whether renovation work has...