The HMO Tenant Checklist: 5 Things Your Room Must Have by Law
The HMO Tenant Checklist: 5 Things Your Room Must Have by Law Moving into a shared house (HMO) can be an exciting step, offering affordable
4th March 2026
HMO Advice – The Blog
Is Your House a Licensed HMO? How to Check and Why It Matters
Is Your House a Licensed HMO? How to Check and Why It Matters Living in a shared house can be a great way to meet
16th February 2026
How to Appeal HMO Licence Conditions: A Landlord’s Survival Guide
How to Appeal HMO Licence Conditions: A Landlord’s Survival Guide Receiving your HMO licence is usually a moment of relief, but that feeling can quickly
6th February 2026
Article 4 HMO Rules Confusion: Why Landlords Struggle with Compliance
Article 4 HMO Rules Confusion: Why Landlords Struggle with Compliance The surge in Article 4 directions across the UK has led to widespread Article 4
4th February 2026
The Small Print: Key Differences Between an HMO Tenancy and a Standard Flatshare
The Small Print: Key Differences Between an HMO Tenancy and a Standard Flatshare When you rent a room in an HMO, your contract might look
4th February 2026
Understanding Your Rights: Fire Safety Standards in Shared Housing
Fire safety is the single most important factor in HMO management. Because more people living independently under one roof increases the risk, the law is
26th January 2026
Reporting Repairs: What to Do When Your HMO Landlord Goes MIA
Reporting Repairs: What to Do When Your HMO Landlord Goes MIA It’s a frustrating scenario: the boiler is leaking, or a window won’t shut, and
19th December 2025
HMO Advice for Tenants: Your Landlord’s Responsibilities
HMO Advice for Tenants: Living in shared accommodation – a “house in multiple occupation” (or HMO) – means both you and your landlord have certain
11th December 2025
HMO Fire Alarm
HMO properties require fire alarm systems that are designed to protect the occupants in the event of a fire. Fire alarm systems in HMOs must
13th March 2023
What is British Standards BS 5839-6?
British Standards BS 5839-6 is a code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems in domestic properties.
22nd February 2023
Why A Fire Door Is So Essential For HMO Properties
As a landlord of a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), it’s essential that you take all necessary precautions to protect your tenants’ safety. One of
9th February 2023
Small HMO Management Advice
Managing a small House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) can be a great investment for landlords, but it can also be challenging. As a landlord, you
27th January 2023
How Can You Best Manage A Large HMO?
Managing a large House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) can be a complex and challenging task for landlords. However, with the right strategies in place, it
13th January 2023
The Latest HMO Requirements for Landlords in 2019
Brought into action in October 2018, changes in regulations for multi-occupied properties mean landlords must comply with different HMO requirements in 2019. Here’s everything you
11th December 2018
