EMPO

28/05/2026

Reminder for landlords: This is the last week to send the mandatory Government Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet to all your existing tenants before the 31st May Deadline!

Failure to do so may result in heavy fines, so make sure you comply and do the needful without leaving it to late.

Landlords, we’re already halfway through May! ⏳

If you have existing tenancies that started before 1 May 2026 and haven’t yet sent the mandatory Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet, now’s a good time to get it done before the 31 May deadline.

A few important things to remember:
✔️ Send the sheet as a PDF attachment or printed copy — a URL link alone is NOT legally sufficient
✔️ Ensure every named tenant receives a copy before the deadline
✔️ Get a signed confirmation or acknowledgement of receipt from the tenant.

🚨 If you can’t prove it, you haven’t complied.

Don’t leave it until the last minute. Here's the link to the sheet :⬇️
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69bc04b8f7b1c24d8e23ce60/The_Renters__Rights_Act_Information_Sheet_2026.pdf

26/05/2026

The Government has published new guidance on rental discrimination under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, introducing important protections for tenants and new compliance responsibilities for landlords and letting agents.

Key points from the update include:

👉 Local authorities can issue fines of up to £7,000 for breaches, with additional penalties for continued non-compliance.
👉 Mortgage, lease, and insurance clauses that restrict tenants with children or those receiving benefits are now largely unenforceable.
👉 Landlords may still carry out affordability checks, but all forms of income, including benefits and pensions, must be considered equally.
👉 Limited exemptions may apply where restrictions on children are a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim, such as specialist retirement housing or genuine safety concerns.

This forms part of the wider Renters’ Rights Act reforms aimed at improving fairness and transparency across the private rented sector.

📢 We strongly encourage all members to review their advertising practices, referencing criteria, tenancy processes, and policy wording to ensure compliance with the updated legislation.

You can read the full Government guidance here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/rental-discrimination-under-the-renters-rights-act-2025

20/05/2026

Part of being a good landlord is staying ahead of the changes affecting the and making sure your knowledge stays up to date as legislation evolves.

With so many recent and upcoming changes, taking the time to refresh your understanding can help you manage your properties with greater confidence and avoid costly mistakes.

We’ve recently updated our 'Lettings Training – The Basics' course to include the latest changes, helping landlords and agents stay informed, compliant, and confident in managing their properties.

If you’ve previously attended EMPO webinars or events, this course is an excellent way to build on that knowledge, refresh your understanding of current legislation, and get your EMPO certificate.

The course costs £85, but EMPO Members receive 25% off this and all our online training courses.

View our courses here: https://empo.co.uk/all-courses/

16/05/2026

Our trusted supplier TradePoint has some fantastic offers going on right now!

These offers are for a limited time only:

✨ 4 for 3 – Across Thousands of products in store and online! Ending 02 June
✨ 15% Off Erbauer - Ending 01 June
✨ 25% Off Johnstone’s Paint – Ending 28 May
✨ Price cuts on – Garden Power and Flooring! Ending 04 June

What's more?

EMPO members who have a TradePoint card get an additional 10% loyalty discount on top!!

So make sure to use your loyalty card and shop away:
https://www.trade-point.co.uk/

15/05/2026

Landlords, we’re already halfway through May! ⏳

If you have existing tenancies that started before 1 May 2026 and haven’t yet sent the mandatory Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet, now’s a good time to get it done before the 31 May deadline.

A few important things to remember:
✔️ Send the sheet as a PDF attachment or printed copy — a URL link alone is NOT legally sufficient
✔️ Ensure every named tenant receives a copy before the deadline
✔️ Get a signed confirmation or acknowledgement of receipt from the tenant.

🚨 If you can’t prove it, you haven’t complied.

Don’t leave it until the last minute. Here's the link to the sheet :⬇️
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69bc04b8f7b1c24d8e23ce60/The_Renters__Rights_Act_Information_Sheet_2026.pdf

12/05/2026

Finding reliable tenants is one thing...

But finding tenants with a suitable guarantor? That’s where many landlords lose valuable time, income, and occupancy.

With increasing compliance pressures, the ever-changing PRS landscape and the Renters’ Rights Act, protecting your rental income has become more important than ever.

That’s why we have partnered with Housing Hand — the UK’s leading rent guarantor service, helping landlords find reliable tenants and secure their rent with less hassle and greater peace of mind.🤝

Trusted by thousands of landlords across the UK, Housing Hand helps remove guarantor barriers while keeping your income protected.

The best part?

Their service is completely for landlords & letting agents!

To learn more about the partnership, click the link below 👇
https://empo.co.uk/suppliers/housing-hand-2/

07/05/2026

We’ve recently updated the EMPO Document Library to make it easier for members to access the documents, guidance and resources they need to comply with the PRS legislation.

The new layout is more organised and simplified, with clearer folders and sections, updated Renters’ Rights Act documents, guidance notes and supporting videos all in one place.

As legislation changes, having access to up-to-date documents, guidance and ongoing support becomes increasingly valuable.

The Document Library is available exclusively to EMPO members through the members area of the website and forms part of the wider support, training and resources included with membership.

If you’re looking for practical support and reliable guidance as the sector evolves, now is a great time to join EMPO ⬇️
https://empo.co.uk/join/

05/05/2026

📸 Last week we were at Currys' Castle Meadows Nottingham store for their in-store event!

A big thank you to the team at the Nottingham outlet for putting this together for EMPO members and local landlords across Nottinghamshire.👏

It was brilliant to meet the team and see first-hand how Currys Business can support landlords with the tech side of things, while also helping to keep costs down.

A huge thanks as well to all the partners and suppliers who joined in, offered support, and gave away some fantastic prizes. 🙌

We’re looking forward to more events like these!

01/05/2026

1st May is here but don’t get overwhelmed. Instead, focus on what matters.

Much has been said about the upcoming changes, and understandably it can feel vast and overwhelming.

However, many of the rules may not even apply to your situation, and for some landlords, areas like serving a Section 8 notice, may never or rarely become relevant.

Our advice is to focus on building a broad understanding of the changes, rather than trying to absorb every detail at once.

Alongside this, remember that we are here to support you. If you reach a point where you need direction or clarity, feel free to get in touch with our team and we will help guide or signpost you through.

You can get more information and guidance on our Renters' Rights Hub:
https://empo.co.uk/renters-rights-hub/

22/04/2026

📢 Free Renters' Rights Workshop!

The West Lindsey District Council is organsing an event for local landlords and tenants to help them find out more about the Renters' Rights Act changes which come into effect from 1st May 2026.

📅 Date: 28th April 2026
⏰ Time: 12-2pm
📍 Location: The Guildhall, Marshalls Yard, Gainsborough, DN21 2NA

Hannah Cleaver, our area manger for Lincolnshire, will be joining the experts over from services and to interact with landlords and answer their questions.

To register and secure your place, click the link below ⬇️
https://ow.ly/MYoh50Yy217