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Join our expert-led podcast series for the latest insights, practical tips, and essential updates for landlords and letting agents. With over 25 years of experience, Total Landlord, along with LandlordZONE, delivers trusted resources and services for the UK rental market. Tune in for guidance on everything from deposit protection with mydeposits to property dispute resolution through the Property Redress Scheme and legal support from Landlord Action.

  1. 12/17/2025

    What to do if you want to sell your rental property

    Selling a rental after section 21 is abolished? This podcast explains the new Ground 1A under the Renters’ Rights Act and why using it incorrectly could cost landlords up to £40,000. Paul Sowerbutts and barrister Sonia Rai unpack the risks, strict notice rules, the 12-month ban on reletting or marketing, and the evidence courts will expect if tenants challenge your claim. A practical, cautionary listen for any landlord thinking about selling in the new legal landscape.

    12 min

  2. 12/11/2025

    Pets in rented accommodation

    In this episode, Paul Sowerbutts of Landlord Action and barrister Sonia Rai of Five Paper break down the fast changing rules around pets in rented accommodation, ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act coming into force next year. Paul and Sonia dig into the real pitfalls, the surprising grey areas, and the crucial questions every landlord should be asking. They also reveal the step-by-step process landlords must now follow, the deadlines that matter, and how a badly handled request could end up in Court or at the Ombudsman. If you want to understand the new pet rules before they hit, and avoid costly mistakes, you won’t want to miss this episode.

    13 min

  3. 12/05/2025

    Rent review clauses and the changes to them from the Renters' Right Act

    On the latest episode of the LandlordZONE podcast, barrister Sonia Rai joins us for an in-depth discussion on rent review clauses.

    12 min

  4. 12/04/2025

    Landlord insights: Market outlook and strategic advice

    Join Nigel Lewis from LandlordZONE as he talks with Dan Clinton of The Mortgage Works and Andrew Harvey from Nationwide about the forces shaping today’s Private Rented Sector. In this episode, they break down the latest buy to let trends, upcoming regulatory changes, and how lenders are supporting landlords through an evolving market. Expect clear insights, practical guidance, and expert perspectives to help landlords and investors make confident, well-informed decisions.

    29 min

  5. 10/31/2025

    Breaking the cycle: Preventing youth homelessness through partnership and education with Stephen Elder from Centrepoint

    In recognition of World Homelessness Day (10 October), this special edition episode explores the critical role landlords can play in helping to prevent youth homelessness in the UK. Our host Eddie Hooker sits downs with Stephen Elder, National Prevention Manager at Centrepoint, to dive into Centrepoint's early intervention work and explore how collaboration across the private rented sector can make a real difference. *Figure mentioned at 5:33 'Over 118,000 young people were homeless or at risk of homelessness in the UK last year' - figure based on UK data  *Figure mentioned at 7:21 'only 67% of young who reached out to their local authority for support were assessed in England last year - figure based on England data

    31 min

  6. 07/10/2025

    EPCs, MEES and the future of renting with Damian Thompson of Nationwide

    In this episode of The LandlordZONE, hosts Nigel Lewis and Eddie Hooker sit down with Damian Thompson, Director of Landlord at Nationwide, to unpack the future of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and what they really mean for landlords. With looming MEES changes, mounting upgrade costs, and a tangle of grants, loans and exemptions, the episode cuts through the noise. What are lenders like Nationwide doing to support landlords? Are EPC upgrades as unaffordable as some claim – or are simple fixes enough for many? And how will the new Decent Homes Standard and EPC methodology shake up what landlords must do next? Tune in for straight answers in a time of policy uncertainty.

    26 min

  7. 04/02/2025

    5 top tips for a successful tenancy with resolution expert Suzy Hershman

    In this episode of The LandlordZONE podcast, Nigel Lewis and Paul Shamplina are joined by Suzy Hershman, Resolution Department Lead at mydeposits and Property Redress. We tap into Suzy’s 17 years of experience in complaint handling and negotiation to offer five essential tips every landlord should follow – from setting expectations at move-in to carrying out inspections the right way. Whether you’re a new landlord or a seasoned pro, Suzy’s insights will help you create hassle-free tenancies and happy tenants, which will be more important than ever once the Renters’ Rights Bill becomes law.

    28 min

  8. 03/10/2025

    Legislation, letting agents and landlords: Insights from industry leader Theresa Wallace

    In this episode of The LandlordZONE podcast, Nigel Lewis and Paul Shamplina are joined by Theresa Wallace, Co-founder and Chair of The Lettings Industry Council and Compliance Director at Savills. With over 30 years’ experience, Theresa is one of the most influential voices in the private rented sector — championing higher standards and driving change across the industry. Together, they discuss the biggest challenges facing landlords and agents right now, including the Renters' Rights Bill, the future of Section 21 evictions, and how landlords can stay compliant. If you're a landlord or letting agent navigating the shifting rental market, this is one conversation you won't want to miss.

    26 min
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Join our expert-led podcast series for the latest insights, practical tips, and essential updates for landlords and letting agents. With over 25 years of experience, Total Landlord, along with LandlordZONE, delivers trusted resources and services for the UK rental market. Tune in for guidance on everything from deposit protection with mydeposits to property dispute resolution through the Property Redress Scheme and legal support from Landlord Action.

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