PRS Database Explained: A Complete Guide for Landlords
5 minute read posted by Tim Bond
on 18th Feb 2026 The private rented sector is undergoing its biggest shake-up in decades. Under the new Renters’ Rights Act, the Government is introducing the Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database. For landlords, this is not just an...
What do letting agents do for their monthly management fee?
2 minute read posted by James Tiller
In a time where purses are tightening, it's sometimes good to understand what value your letting agent brings for your management fee. Especially with the increasingly tricky legislation, and the up coming changes brought about...
Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2
2 minute read posted by James Tiller
The Government has laid The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. What does this mean? Subject to approval by both Houses of Parliament, landlords will need to ensure electrical...
Portfolio Landlords
2 minute read posted by Matt Dilkes
There are landlords and there are landlords. Some are what we call “accidental” landlords, who decided to let their property as an alternative to selling. Others are somewhat inadequately regarded as “amateur” landlords,...
New Out of Hours Maintenance Service
1 minute read posted by James Tiller
Christopher Shaw are pleased to announce their new Out of Hours Maintenance service. If you are a tenant and you have an emergency out of hours we now a dedicated helpline. Our specialised call handling service is manned by highly...