JNP blog

Your property is more prone to maintenance issues arising during the cold season. We’ve put together a list of things to do to prepare your rental property and make sure you aren’t hit with any nasty maintenance surprises this winter.

As the year draws to a close, landlords have a valuable opportunity to review how their property has performed and prepare for the year ahead. We explore the key areas landlords should review at the end of the year, from property condition and compliance to cash flow and more.

The government’s new ‘Register your rental property’ service will soon introduce registration requirements for private landlords across England. This article explains the key dates, costs and what landlords can expect from the process.

The Autumn Budget 2026 introduced few new measures for landlords but confirmed several planned changes. Learn more about upcoming property income tax changes, the proposed High Value Council Tax Surcharge and other developments that may affect property investors

Energy efficiency remains an important part of letting a property. As a landlord, understanding your Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), the current minimum standards and the proposed rules for 2030 can help you plan ahead and avoid compliance issues.

In this blog we run through the different types of damp, what the landlord's responsibilities for damp and mould are, and how to deal with them.

Congratulations to our JNP colleagues on achieving their ARLA Propertymark qualifications. Their success reflects our commitment to professional development and delivering expert guidance to landlords and tenants.

In this guide we explore how self managed landlords in England can increase rent under the Renters’ Rights Act, from assessing the market value and discussing the proposal with tenants to serving the right paperwork.

Fire doors can play a vital role in protecting tenants and escape routes but the requirements vary between properties. Here’s what landlords need to know about their responsibilities, routine checks and dealing with potential problems.

Anti-social behaviour can be stressful for tenants, neighbours and landlords. If it is left unaddressed, it can quickly become more difficult to resolve. In this blog we explore what classes as anti-social behaviour and how landlords can proactively address it.

From December 2026, the government will begin rolling out its ‘Register your rental property’ service across England. Landlords will pay £65 per property each year and will need to keep their registration details up to date. Future rules will also require registration identifiers to appear in rental adverts. In this blog, we share an overview of the upcoming changes along with key dates. 

Whether you're planning to move back in to your property, sell or bring a tenancy to an end, regaining possession has become more complex. In this blog we explore five important questions every landlord should ask before starting the possession process.