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Expert guides on tenant rights, rent increases, and the Section 13 process in England.
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.
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.
Section 13 notice deadlines: your timeline from notice to decision
Every Section 13 challenge has a clock attached. Here is exactly how long you have at each step — from the day a notice drops through your door to the day the tribunal decides.
Section 13 vs Contractual Rent Review Clauses: Know the Difference
Understand the difference between Section 13 notices and contractual rent review clauses, and what changes when the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect on 1 May 2026.
Rent increases for student tenants: your rights under Section 13
If you are a student renting privately in England, Section 13 almost certainly applies to you. Here is what to check when your rent goes up -- and what to do about it.
How much notice does a landlord have to give for a rent increase?
Monthly tenants get 1 month. Yearly tenants get 6 months. From May 2026, everyone gets 2 months minimum. Find out what applies to you and what to check on your notice.
What Changes for Private Renters on 1 May 2026: A Practical Guide
On 1 May 2026, the Renters Rights Act 2025 takes effect and changes the rules for private renters in England. Here's a plain-English breakdown of what's different from that date and what it means for your tenancy.
How Much Notice Does a Landlord Need to Give for a Rent Increase?
Monthly tenants are currently entitled to 1 month's notice for a rent increase. From 1 May 2026, the minimum rises to 2 months for everyone. Here's how to check if your notice gives the correct period.