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The Renters' Rights Act 2026 is generating a lot of landlord panic online. Some of it is warranted. A lot isn't. Here's how to tell the difference - and what First Door does to help you stay on the right side of the law.
Read more →What is an HMO and do you need a licence in 2026? This guide covers the legal definition, mandatory licensing thresholds, council-level rules, and what happens if you get it wrong.
Read more →Ground 4A is a new student HMO possession ground under the Renters' Rights Act 2025. To use it for 2026-27, you must serve a written statement by 31 May 2026. Miss it and you face a £7,000 penalty and lose the right entirely.
Read more →First Door Ltd is proud to be an Accredited Landlord with Coventry City Council, meeting stringent professional requirements.
Read more →Our commitment to professional standards continues with the renewal of our CLAS accreditation through July 2030.
Read more →Learn how Credit Ladder can help you build your credit history by reporting your rent payments to major credit reference agencies.
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