Landlord advice

What is escape of water?

Landlord advice

9 May 2025

Escape of water refers to damage caused by plumbing or water-related issues. AXA's guide helps to understand its causes, risks, and prevention strategies.

What is the Renter’s Right Bill?

Landlord advice

24 February 2025

As a landlord, it’s crucial that you’re aware of any upcoming changes if the Renter’s Right Bill becomes law.

What is a landlord gas safety certificate

Landlord advice

17 October 2024

In the UK, landlords must provide tenants with a landlord gas safety certificate when letting their property.

Assured Shorthold Tenancies: A landlord’s guide

Landlord advice

8 August 2024

Here, AXA explains in detail everything landlords need to know about assured shorthold tenancies.

Mould in rental properties: A guide for landlords

Landlord advice

1 August 2024

In a rental properly, the landlord is responsible for dealing with any cases of damp and/or mould. Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 states that it is the landlord’s responsibility to resolve damp and mould issues caused by structural faults.

Right to Manage: a guide for leaseholders and landlords

Landlord advice

18 June 2024

As a Leaseholder, you have the right to take over management of your building, but that may change your insurance needs. Here's everything you need to know.

Subletting in the UK, is it illegal? What to know as a landlord

Landlord advice

12 March 2024

Is subletting in the UK illegal? While subletting is legal in the UK, tenants must first get permission from their landlord. For more information, read our handy landlord guide.

What is consent to let? A guide for landlords

Landlord advice

19 December 2023

If you’re a homeowner on a residential mortgage but are looking to rent out your property for a short period of time, you’ll need to get a consent to let agreement in place with your mortgage lender.

Fire safety regulations for UK landlords

Landlord advice

29 September 2023

AXA explains your fire safety responsibilities in different parts of the UK.

Investment property companies

Landlord advice

25 September 2023

With many landlords looking at buying multiple properties to rent out it is important they understand their options are.