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Mar 23, 2026

Rent collection

How to automate rent collection: The Goodlord how-to guide

Automating your rent collection process with Goodlord couldn’t be easier. See how you could save yourself time and reduce rent arrears.

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Mar 6, 2026

International Women's Day

Leadership, equality, and the future of the lettings industry on International Women’s Day

Celebrate International Women's Day with insights from Goodlord experts.

Mar 3, 2026

Data

Landlords

Rents keep cool as market remains subdued

Rents across England stayed relatively steady in February as the market continued to show signs of subdued demand.

Mar 2, 2026

Section 21

Renters' Rights Act

Legislation

Section 21 notice abolished: Is your agency prepared?

On 1 May 2026, Section 21 no-fault evictions will be abolished. Here’s how you can future-proof your agency and steal a march on your competition.

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Feb 20, 2026

Landlords

Section 8

Renters' Rights Act

What is a Section 8 Notice? (And how to serve one)

Once the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force on 1st May, Section 8 notices will be the primary method of evicting tenants. Here’s what letting agents need to know.

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Feb 9, 2026

Renewals

Periodic tenancies

Renters' Rights Act

Periodic tenancies: How agencies can prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Rights Act will abolish fixed terms and make all tenancies periodic. While this could cause problems, it’s not all doom and gloom.

Feb 6, 2026

Data

Landlords

Rental market shows signs of softening demand in January

January 2026 figures show further signs of equilibrium returning to the rental market across England.

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Jan 20, 2026

Compliance

Landlords

Pets

Renting with pets: When can landlords say no under the Renters' Rights Act?

Renting with pets used to be challenging for tenants. But due to the Renters’ Rights Act, landlords have to consider requests by law.

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Jan 12, 2026

Guarantors

Renters' Rights Act

8 unintended consequences of the rent in advance ban (and how to mitigate them)

From May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act will cap upfront rent at one month. Discover what's changing, the unintended consequences, and how Goodlord can help.