
As soon as you have accepted an offer and agreed the terms of the tenancy, we will proceed with preparing the legal documentation for both parties in line with the latest lettings legislation. We will also coordinate the arrangement for key handover to your tenants on commencement of the tenancy.
Under the evolving Renters’ Rights reforms, tenancies are now generally structured on a rolling periodic basis, replacing traditional fixed-term Assured Shorthold Tenancies. This provides greater flexibility and security for tenants, while ensuring landlords retain clear, lawful grounds for possession where required.
If you manage your property directly, we will provide your contact details to your tenants so that any maintenance or repair issues can be dealt with promptly during the tenancy. Where James Anderson provides full property management, your dedicated lettings expert—based in your local office—will oversee all aspects of the tenancy. Unlike many competitors, your property is always managed locally by experienced staff who understand both your property and your market and are available to support you and your tenants throughout the tenancy.
Prior to the end of any tenancy, your Lettings Expert will contact you to discuss your intentions, whether that is continuing the tenancy under the new periodic framework, agreeing a renewal where appropriate, or re-marketing the property for new tenants. James Anderson will support you throughout whichever route you choose.
As a leading lettings agency in Southwest London, we remain fully up to date with all current and incoming legislation affecting landlords. With over 170 pieces of legislation governing the private rented sector, our role is to ensure you remain fully compliant, informed, and protected throughout the lifecycle of your tenancy.
All rented properties must have working smoke alarms installed on every floor and carbon monoxide alarms in any room containing a solid fuel burning appliance. These requirements remain mandatory under current UK safety regulations. All James Anderson managed properties are fully compliant, and we will advise landlords where upgrades or remedial works are required.
Under the Immigration Act, landlords must ensure all tenants have the legal right to rent in the UK. James Anderson conducts full Right to Rent checks prior to the commencement of every tenancy as part of our comprehensive referencing process, ensuring full legal compliance on your behalf.
Under the Renters’ Rights reforms now being phased in across England, Section 21 “no fault” evictions have been abolished, and all tenancies operate on a periodic basis. Landlords may only regain possession using updated statutory grounds, which remain robust but more clearly defined. We ensure all notices and processes comply fully with current legislation and evidential requirements.
Landlords must ensure tenants are provided with all prescribed legal documentation at the start of a tenancy, including:
Failure to correctly serve these documents may restrict a landlord’s ability to regain possession of the property.
Landlords are legally required to ensure an annual Gas Safety Check is carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. A valid certificate must be provided to tenants prior to the start of the tenancy and kept up to date annually. Non-compliance can result in enforcement action by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), including significant fines or prosecution.
All rental properties must have a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), renewed at least every five years. Any remedial works identified must be completed within required timeframes to maintain compliance and tenant safety.
All rental properties must hold a valid EPC with a minimum rating of E (currently the legal minimum requirement in 2026). The government continues to review energy efficiency standards, and future reforms may require higher minimum ratings in coming years. Landlords are encouraged to plan proactively for energy improvements where needed.

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