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Marks Out of Tenancy Partners with Cambridge SU to Transform Student Renting
2 July 2025
We've teamed up with Cambridge University Students’ Union to support student renters with peer-reviewed landlord and property reviews, plus accessible legal guidance—helping students make informed decisions and push for fairness in the private rental market. Read more »
New Look. New Data Power. Same Mission: Make Renting Better.
30 June 2025
Marks Out Of Tenancy has a fresh new look! Discover simplified 5-star ratings, enhanced data insights, student partnerships and improved usability. Read more »
How Tenants Reclaimed Over £5k Each From An Unlicensed Property
16 June 2025
Three tenants in Southwark were awarded a £16,224 Rent Repayment Order after their landlord failed to license their flat as an HMO during the tenancy. The First-tier Tribunal found the landlord in breach of housing law and ordered repayment despite her absence from the hearing. Read more »
London Tenants Win £19,666 Due To Oversight By Landlord
10 June 2025
Tenants at Flat E, 5 Queens Avenue, London won a £19,666 Rent Repayment Order after their landlord admitted to running an unlicensed HMO. Learn about their first tier tribunal rent repayment order case. Read more »
Why Landlords Should Sign Up to Marks Out Of Tenancy
4 June 2025
Learn why smart landlords use Marks Out Of Tenancy to build trust, improve service, attract reliable tenants, and stand out in today’s competitive rental market. Read more »
Justice Served: London Renter Wins £8,908 from Rogue Landlord
2 June 2025
A tenant has been awarded £8,908 in a Rent Repayment Order after a Southwark landlord failed to license a three-bedroom HMO on Balfour Street, London. The tribunal found the landlord in breach of housing law, citing poor property management and failure to engage with the proceedings. Read more »
No Licence, Big Price: Landlord Ordered to Repay £3,467 in Elmhurst Road Case
27 May 2025
Tenant wins £3,467 Rent Repayment Order after landlord let 15 Elmhurst Road, Enfield without a licence. Tribunal rules in tenant’s favour following no-show by the landlord. Read more »
Tenants Awarded Over £6,700 at 5 Conway Road, London N15 3SA
20 May 2025
In May 2025, landlords of 5 Conway Road were ordered to repay over £6,700 after renting the property as an unlicensed HMO. The tribunal rejected their claim of ignorance, holding them liable under housing law. Read more »
Rent Repayment Order Awarded to Tenants at 28 Gordon Mansions, London WC1E 7HE
15 May 2025
Three tenants were awarded £38,459.87 in a Rent Repayment Order after their landlord failed to license a shared property, violating housing regulations. Read more »
Rent Repayment Order awarded to tenants at 26 Aveline Street, London SE11 5DQ
29 April 2025
Five tenants were awarded £8,748.89 in a Rent Repayment Order after their landlords failed to license a shared property in breach of housing regulations. Read more »