Safeguarding customer data is the highest priority. To reinforce this commitment, we are proud to announce ISO 27001 certification. This certification is far more than just a badge – it represents our unwavering commitment to providing a professional, secure, and trusted service. Continue reading

The use of AI in business is growing rapidly, but is regulation keeping pace with such developments? AI use in business brings risks in key areas such as IP, data protection, and discrimination. Find out more about these risks and what you can do to bring them down. Continue reading

Managing an HMO is about much more than just renting rooms. It comes with extensive responsibilities for landlords, who must navigate a wide range of regulations or face tough penalties. Find out more in this brief guide to HMO rules and licensing. Continue reading

There are various ways to lease commercial premises to tenants, each with its own benefits and downsides. Read on to find out more about tenancies at will, licences to occupy, and leases. Continue reading

While charities should aim to accept every donation, there may be cases where a donation should be refused to avoid problems including reputational and financial harm. Find out when to consider refusing a donation, the importance of due diligence, and more. Continue reading

The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 gives commercial tenants a statutory right to continue occupation of the premises after their initial lease term has expired. When entering into a new lease, however, this can be opted-out of. Find out more. Continue reading

The Renters Reform Bill received its first reading back in May 2023 and is now poised for its third reading, but no date has yet been set. With a general election on the horizon, and disagreement within the government on parts of the bill, could it be at risk? Continue reading

Landlords must undertake Right to Rent checks under the Immigration Act 2014. Fines for failing to carry out checks have recently increased substantially. Landlords with no previous breaches face fines of £5000 per lodger or £10,000 per tenant and those with previous breaches, £10,000 per lodger and £20,000 per tenant. Find out ... Continue reading

The Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Act 2023 received Royal Assent on 26 October 2023 and represents the biggest reform to Companies House since it was created in 1884. Changes will come into force throughout 2024 and 2025, beginning in March 2024. Here's what's happening. Continue reading

In its recent White Paper on rental reform, the Government proposed the abolition of s21 no fault evictions and fixed term residential tenancies. The Renters Reform Bill has done just that, putting more reliance on s8 of the Housing Act 1988 and expanding its grounds for evictions. What will this mean for landlords and tenants? Continue reading