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Awaab’s law and smoke alarm compliance: two legal pillars landlords cannot ignore
Understand the legal obligations under Awaab’s Law and the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations in 2025. This guide for landlords explains what action is required, what documentation must be provided, and how to avoid penalties of up to £5,000 per violation.
Aug 44 min read


Clarity is a skill: how observation and mental focus shape inventory quality
In Build to Rent and luxury residential environments, the quality of inventory reports hinges on the clerk’s clarity of mind and observational skill. This article explores how focused attention, cognitive discipline, and specialised training define inventory accuracy, protect property value, and ensure compliance with regulations like the Fire Safety Act and Awaab’s Law. Discover how hihouse trains clerks for excellence from day one.
Jul 313 min read


What makes an inventory report legally defensible? lessons from case law and adjudications
Explore what makes inventory reports legally defensible in UK tenancy disputes. Learn why itemised descriptions, tenant sign-off, timestamped photos, safety checks, and documented deductions are essential to protect deposits and support adjudication.
Jul 265 min read
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