The Landlord's Guide 2026

Residential Lettings & Property Management.

Navigating the biggest changes to lettings in decades.

The biggest change to lettings in 30 Years

The private rental sector is undergoing major reform. New legislation will affect every landlord - from how you let your property to how you regain possession.

With increased regulation, greater tenant rights, and stricter enforcement, the risks of getting it wrong have never been higher. Getting it wrong is no longer an option.

At Bond Oxborough Phillips, we guide you through every step.

The renter's rights act - Key changes

No more Section 21 notices (no fault evictions)
Landlords must now provide a legal reason to regain possession Stronger
Section 8 Grounds 9 (possession notice grounds)
Clearer routes to regain possession where justified
Most tenancies will now be periodic (rolling)
Rent Increase Controls with formal evidence based rent increases
Rent can only be increased once per year using a legal process
Tenants' Right to Request Pets is increased
Requests must be considered reasonably
New Landlord Ombudsman Scheme as an independent resolution for dispute

More key changes

National Landlord Database
registration will be required to demonstrate compliance
Decent Homes Standard
all rental properties must meet minimum quality standards
Awaab's Law
strict timeframes for addressing damp and mould
Ban on Rental Bidding
no accepting offers above advertised rent
No Blanket Bans
tenants cannot be refused based solely on benefits or having children
Stronger Penalties
fines can rise up to £40,000 for non-compliance

What This Means for Landlords
- More Responsibility
- You must meet higher legal and safety standards
- More Risk
- Mistakes can result in fines, delays, or legal issues
- More Complexity
- Processes are becoming more structured and regulated
- Professional management is no longer a service - it's protection
Why Bond Oxborough Phillips?
- We provide expert guidance in a rapidly changing market
- Accurate rental valuations
- Proactive marketing
- Thorough tenant referencing and legal checks
- Full compliance management
- Ongoing legislative updates
- We keep you compliant - so you don't have to worry
Getting your property ready
A well-presented property attracts better tenants and achieves stronger rental values. We will advise you on:
- Achieving the best rental price
- Presenting your property effectively
- Any improvements required
- Ensuring full legal compliance
Legal compliance made simple
Before letting your property, you must ensure:
- Gas Safety Certificate (annual)
- Electrical Safety (EICR every 5 years)
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC every 10 years)
- Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarms
- Deposit Protection
- Right to Rent Checks
- Failure to comply can prevent you regaining possession
Regaining possion of your property
With the removal of Section 21, landlords must now rely on legal grounds. These may include:
- Selling the property (following a minimum of 12 month tenancy period)
- Moving back into the property (owner / owners family)
- Rent arrears (following a minimum of 3 consecutive months of non-payment)
- Breach of tenancy
- The process must be followed precisely to avoid delays or invalid notices
- We guide you through this process every step of the way
Management - Protecting Your Investment
Our management service ensures your property is maintained to a high standard. We provide:
- A personal service that builds trust and relationships with landlords and tenants
- Property inspections allow us to predict and prevent issues before the occur
- Trusted contractor network, ensures issues are dealt with swiftly
- Rigorous tenant vetting to help screen out high-risk applicants before they even get a key
- Regular tenant communication enable a proactive approach to tenancy management

Cost vs Risk - The Cost of Not Using a Letting Agent

Without professional support:
- Increased compliance risk
- Greater legal exposure
- Time-consuming management
- Higher chance of costly mistakes
With Bond Oxborough Phillips:
- Full compliance handled
- Legal processes managed
- Stress reduced
- Your investment protected
- Our service costs far less than the risk of getting it wrong

Our letting services & fees

We offer three clear service levels depending on how involved you wish to be.

Find a Tenant
Ideal for landlords who wish to manage the property themselves, while we handle the setup and compliance. Includes:
- Market appraisal & pricing advice
- Professional marketing (Rightmove, Zoopla & social media)
- Accompanied viewings
- Tenant referencing & credit checks
- Tenancy agreement preparation
- Deposit registration
- Collection of first month's rent
Up to £600 PCM:
£600 incl. VAT

£601 - £1000 PCM:
£800 incl. VAT

£1000+ PCM:
£1000 incl. VAT
Fully Managed
A comprehensive service for landlords who want ongoing support. Includes everything in Find a Tenant, plus:
- Rent collection & monthly statements
- Ongoing compliance management
- Annual property inspection
- Annual rent review
- Maintenance coordination
- Exit inspection
- Deposit negotiation at end of tenancy
From 12% of monthly rent (incl. VAT)

Tenant Introduction Fee:
£600 incl. VAT
Guaranteed Rent & Legal Protection
Our most popular service for landlords seeking complete peace of mind. Our fully hands-off service for complete peace of mind. Includes everything in Fully Managed, plus:
- Two property inspections per year
- Annual rent review included
- Professional inventory included
- Priority support & enhanced management
From 15% of monthly rent (incl. VAT)

Tenant Introduction Fee:
£600 incl. VAT

Additional fees

Inventory costs
Professional inventories are essential for protecting your property and deposit position.
- Up to 2-bedroom property: £180 incl. VAT
- Up to 4-bedroom property: £250 incl. VAT
- 5+ bedroom property: £300 incl. VAT
Additional Services (If required)
- AML Checks: £15 per landlord
- Exit Inspection: £250 incl. VAT
- Rent Review: £150 incl. VAT
- Deposit Registration (DPS): £60 incl. VAT
- Tenancy Agreement Only: £120 incl. VAT
Otional protection
- Rent Guarantee & Legal Cover - "Protect your income and reduce risk"
- Available from an additional 3% of the monthly rent (incl. VAT)
Subject to terms and conditions
Otional compliance services
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): from £144 incl. VAT
- Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR): Upon request
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We believe in clear and transparent pricing. All costs are explained upfront, with no hidden fees.

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