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Clarify who handles smoke alarms, licensing and council requirements in your HMO, with a practical approach to management responsibilities for 2026.
Read articleReviewed 9 November 2026
5 minute read · Written for UK property owners
Holiday lets
A practical approach to managing unresolved problems between holiday-let bookings, with clear ownership, evidence and decisions before guests arrive.
Unoccupied property
Plan a property absence in 2026 around changing dates, Council Tax questions and seasonal weather, with clear points for reviewing your arrangements.
Thatched homes
A question-led approach to thatched roof maintenance and fire precautions in 2026, focused on getting clear advice before commissioning work.
Renovation
Plan renovation reviews around changes in the work, with practical questions on site safety, building approvals and what happens during a pause.
Property management
Build a clearer insurance information trail for your block in 2026, with practical steps for version control, resident queries and management handovers.
Landlord guidance
Organise your annual landlord safety review with practical checks for gas, electrics, alarms, escape routes, furnishings and essential records.
Holiday lets
Simple checks between guest stays that can protect the property, improve records and identify problems early.
Unoccupied property
A straightforward plan for security, maintenance and insurance when a home or rental property is unoccupied.
Thatched homes
Practical steps owners can take to maintain a thatched home and present its risk accurately to insurers.
Renovation
Key insurance and risk-management points to consider before refurbishment, extension or conversion work begins.
Property management
How freeholders, RMC directors and managing agents can keep building information ready for renewal and claims.
Landlord guidance
A practical guide to the recurring checks, records and property reviews that help landlords stay organised.