The Good Landlord Handbook: Succeed as a landlord under the Renters' Rights Act

The Renters' Rights Act 2025 is the biggest change to England's private rented sector in almost 40 years. It has introduced complex new rules at every stage of a tenancy, with significant penalties for landlords who get it wrong. This book shows you how to get it right.

Written by Suzanne Smith, a hands-on portfolio landlord who is also a former corporate solicitor, The Good Landlord Handbook is a practical guide to letting and managing rental property in England under the Renters' Rights Act.

Covering single lets, HMOs and high rent tenancies, it takes you through each stage of a tenancy, combining clear, actionable guidance on compliance with real-world advice on handling the tricky issues that every landlord faces.

The book is structured around the lifecycle of a tenancy, with the Renters' Rights Act woven into every chapter.

"This is probably the most comprehensive book on the market today for the private rented sector landlord: there is very little if anything the modern landlord needs to know that's outside the scope of this book. In my view it's a book every landlord (and letting agent) involved in letting property, should read.". -- Tom Entwhistle * LandlordZONE *

"Suzanne Smith's 'The Good Landlord Handbook' is a timely and indispensable resource for property owners navigating the complexities of the new legislation. In a landscape where landlord responsibilities are more scrutinised than ever, this book is a guiding light and a must-read for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the Renters' Rights Act." -- Ben Yarrow * Marks out of Tenancy *

"This book is one that every landlord should have and use as a reference - a true 'landlording bible'. This book is balanced, practical and refreshingly straight-talking with detailed source references for those who like to geek out." -- Patricia Ogunfeibo * Tenant2Owner *