News Archive for December 2025

The Official Christmas Survival Guide

Every December, Christmas sneaks up on us like a glitter-covered ninja warrior. One minute it’s Halloween, and the next you’re elbow-deep in tangled lights whispering, “Why do I do this to myself every year?” But fear not. I’ve taken careful notes during years of holiday chaos, and I present to you:

Source: Kamlyn

Renters` Rights Act 2025

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has officially received Royal Assent, marking a major shift in the UK rental landscape. This article breaks down what has changed during the Act’s passage through Parliament, what didn’t make it into the final legislation, and what landlords, agents, and tenants should expect as the government prepares commencement regulations and transitional rules.

Source: TFP

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Fees

Holding deposit - Capped at 1 weeks rent (only applicable where the Landlord has withdrawn the offer)

Security Deposit - Capped at 5 weeks rent for annual rental under £50,000, or 6 weeks rent for annual rental over £50,000

Rent - The agreed monthly rent as stated in the AST contract

Changes to tenancy - Capped at £50 including Vat

Early termination charge - Not exceeding the landlord’s financial losses

Late payment of rent - Interest of 3% above BoE base rate for each day the rent is late, once it is four weeks’ overdue

Replacement keys - Reasonable costs as charged by the supplier or the option for the tenant to purchase directly themselves

Utilities, council tax, communication services, TV Licence etc - Tenants own responsibility unless otherwise stated in the Assured Tenancy Shorthold (AST) contract

Client Money Protection Scheme Membership - Membership number: CMP013570

Property Redress Scheme Membership - Membership number: PRS047067