Letting a property isn’t just collecting rent and arranging a gas safety check. Behind the scenes, the legal landscape for landlords has become a maze, and one that changes constantly.

While many of the rules might sound familiar, there are now more than 170 pieces of legislation affecting private landlords, with over 50 new or amended since 2020. And on 1st May 2026, much of it will be rewritten again under the Renters’ Rights Act.

At Athelstans, we keep up with the latest updates so you don’t have to. From safety standards to rent reviews, our managed landlords benefit from the reassurance that tenancy documents, certificates and notices are handled carefully and on time.

Self-managing can feel simple, until it isn’t. One missed update or unserved notice can derail a tenancy and cost thousands to put right. Our managed service helps landlords stay informed about changing requirements while we handle the day-to-day paperwork and tenancy administration.