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How to Claim Compensation From Your Landlord in the UK

Learn how to claim compensation from your landlord in the UK. From formal letters to tribunal support, here is every route available to tenants in 2026.

Apr 29, 202610 min read

Renters Rights Act 2025: What Tenants Can Claim

The Renters Rights Act 2025 gives UK tenants real compensation routes. Here's what you can claim, how much, and how to start your case.

Apr 29, 202610 min read

UK Tenant Rights: Spot Landlord Violations

Know your UK tenant rights and how to identify landlord violations in 2026, from deposit failures to unlicensed HMOs and illegal evictions.

Apr 29, 202611 min read

What counts as landlord harassment and how to stop it

Landlord harassment is a criminal offence. Learn what counts under the law, how to report it to your council, and whether you can sue for compensation

Michael StresingApr 13, 20263 min read

Your landlord wants to raise your rent. Here's what you can do.

Your landlord served a Section 13 notice? Here's how to check if it's valid, challenge it at tribunal, and what changes from 1 May 2026.

Michael StresingApr 11, 20263 min read

Section 21 ends on 1 May 2026. What that means for your tenancy

Section 21 no-fault evictions end on 1 May 2026. Find out when the last valid notice can be served, what Section 8 grounds replace it, and your rights

Michael StresingApr 8, 20264 min read

Islington selective licensing 2026: A guide for renters

Islington's selective licensing schemes cover 10 wards. If you landlord isn't licensed, you can apply for up to 24 months of rent back.

Miles CoversApr 8, 20262 min read

Section 21 ends on 1 May 2026. What that means for your tenancy

Section 21 no-fault evictions end on 1 May 2026. Find out when the last valid notice can be served, what Section 8 grounds replace it, and your rights

Michael StresingApr 8, 20264 min read

From 82% to 99.8%: How hybrid search improved our legal agents

Learn how we improved our legal RAG pipeline's retrieval accuracy to 99.8% by replacing whole-document embeddings with chunking and hybrid search.

Nick HuntMar 31, 20267 min read

Your right to keep a pet from May 2026

Landlords can no longer unreasonably refuse your pet. Discover how the new 2026 pet rules work, what counts as a fair refusal, and how to submit your re...

Michael StresingMar 25, 20263 min read

Can your landlord charge you for cleaning? Here's the law

"Professional cleaning" clauses in tenancy agreements have are unenforceable, but landlords still try. Here's what the law actually requires.

Michael StresingMar 24, 20263 min read

Announcing Dan Garrett at Remedy Legal

Farewill founder Dan Garrett has joined Remedy as investor and advisor, bringing his expertise in consumer legaltech to help consumers litigate.

Michael StresingMar 19, 20262 min read

Remedy is the first legal help for renters on WhatsApp

No app download, no portal login. UK renters can now get AI-powered legal help with housing claims directly through WhatsApp.

Michael StresingMar 11, 20262 min read

How Pat recovered his £1,000 tenancy deposit in 24 hours

Pat spent months chasing his letting agent for his deposit. See how Remedy helped recover over £1,000 in 24 hours, even after missing the scheme deadline.

Michael StresingMar 5, 20262 min read

Hackney Selective and HMO licensing 2026: A guide for renters

From 1 May 2026, almost all Hackney landlords will need a licence. If they don't get one, you could claim back up to 24 months rent.

Miles CoversJan 11, 20262 min read

Westminster selective licensing 2026: A guide for renters

From November 2025, most Westminster landlords need a licence. No licence? You could claim back 12 months of rent.

Michael StresingJan 6, 20261 min read

The UK's first national HMO licensing scheme map

First comprehensive map of all UK HMO licensing schemes. Search mandatory, additional & selective licenses across 300+ councils in one place. Free.

Michael StresingNov 3, 20252 min read

No win no fee: the good, the bad, and the ugly

"No win, no fee" isn't always risk-free. Learn about hidden costs, insurance traps, and red flags to watch for before signing any legal agreement.

Miles CoversSep 30, 20258 min read

Understanding HMOs for renters in the UK

Your flat may be an HMO needing a licence. Unlicensed HMOs mean invalid Section 21s and tenants can claim 12 months rent with RRO.

Miles CoversAug 27, 20255 min read

Introducing Remedy

Remedy delivers expert help with UK legal disputes like housing, employment, and small claims, so that you can understand your rights and act on them.

Michael StresingAug 4, 20255 min read