What to do when your landlord ignores your negotiation letter
Silence from a landlord after a Section 13 counter-offer usually means delivery failure, stalling or a bluff — not rejection. Here is how to escalate cleanly without missing the tribunal deadline.
What happens if your Section 13 notice hasn't been decided by 1 May 2026
Section 13 notices served before 1 May 2026 stay on the old rules — including the "tribunal can go higher" risk and backdating. Here is exactly what that means for your pending rent increase dispute.
Disrepair as a ground to challenge a rent increase: the evidence tenants need
Disrepair reduces the lawful market rent of a property. A tenant's guide to gathering the right evidence and using it in a Section 13 challenge in England.
Rent arrears while challenging a rent increase: your rights and how to stay safe
Fear of arrears stops many tenants challenging a rent increase. Here is the single rule that keeps you safe, plus the 2026 Renters' Rights Act change that removes backdating entirely.
Tribunal evidence bundle: what to include and what to leave out
Your evidence bundle is the single most important thing you prepare for a First-tier Tribunal rent challenge. Here is exactly what belongs in it, what to leave out, and how to present comparables in a table the panel can read.
Understanding the Market Rent Comparison in Your Rent Challenge
Learn how market rent comparisons work when challenging a rent increase, how to find comparable properties, and what the tribunal considers.
Council tax bands and rent increases: what renters should know
Your council tax band does not set your rent -- but it can help you challenge an increase. Learn how to use it as evidence and understand the key differences between a band appeal and a rent challenge.
Can You Claim Back Overpaid Rent in England?
If your landlord increased your rent using an invalid notice, you may have been paying more than you legally owe. Learn when overpayment happens and how to claim it back.
How to Prepare Evidence for a Rent Tribunal Hearing
The evidence you present to the First-tier Tribunal can make or break your case. This guide explains exactly what to gather, how to present it, and what mistakes to avoid.
What Happens After You Apply to the Rent Increase Tribunal
You have applied to the tribunal -- now what? Here is the full timeline, what to expect at each stage, and how decisions are made.