Practical guides for private renters across Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Islington, Newham and Haringey. We explain your rights, the law, and what you can claim — in plain English.
Most tenants know landlords must protect their deposit — but far fewer know about the separate legal requirement to serve Prescribed Information. Missing this gives you an additional claim even if the deposit was protected on time.
Read moreIslington operates borough-wide additional HMO licensing — meaning virtually every shared property of three or more people needs a licence. If your landlord does not hold one, you can apply to recover up to 12 months of rent.
Read moreOne of the most common questions we hear from tenants. The short answer is yes — you have six years from the date of the breach to bring a deposit compensation claim. Here is everything you need to know.
Read moreNewham operates one of England's most extensive selective licensing schemes — covering virtually every privately rented property in the borough. Here is what that means for tenants and why so many have valid claims they do not know about.
Read moreA Section 21 notice does not always mean your landlord can evict you. If your landlord failed to protect your deposit, did not serve Prescribed Information, or breached licensing requirements, the notice may be invalid.
Read moreA Rent Repayment Order allows tenants to recover up to 12 months of rent where a landlord has committed a housing offence — most commonly renting without the correct licence. This guide explains the full process.
Read moreWe check your deposit status and landlord's licence for free — within one working day.