Starting a new tenancy after May 2026?
Stop piecing together outdated AST templates, landlord blogs and government pages. LetReady gives self-managing landlords one practical workflow from advertising the property to storing move-in evidence.
One payment • Instant digital access • No subscription • England only
LetReady 2026Your old landlord workflow changed.
If your last tenancy used an old AST folder, fixed end date, old rent-increase routine or pre-2026 checklist, you cannot assume the same workflow still fits a new tenancy. The challenge is no longer finding information. It is putting the right tasks in the right order and keeping evidence of what you did.
The old folder
- Old saved agreement
- Random certificates
- Multiple browser tabs
- Unclear proof of delivery
- Processes remembered from last time
The LetReady workflow
- One master sequence
- Separate official-source links
- Evidence register
- Move-in record
- Ongoing pet and rent workflows
From advert to evidence — in one sequence.
LetReady is a migration system for the landlord who already knows how renting a property feels, but needs their administration reset for the post-May-2026 environment.
1. Download & duplicate
Create a working copy for the property.
2. Follow the stage
Run the relevant checks before advertising, agreement and move-in.
3. Use the official source
For forms and legal requirements, follow the current linked government source.
4. Save the evidence
Record what happened, when and where proof is stored.
See exactly what you get.
Not a generic landlord ebook. A set of working files designed to be opened during a real tenancy setup.
Templates & reviews
Master checklist plus an old-AST diagnostic.
Step-by-step checklists
Advertising, pre-signing and move-in evidence.
Planners & trackers
Rent increase planner and evidence register.
18 landlord emails
Ready-to-send, editable communications.
Official resource directory
Current GOV.UK/Home Office links.
Version & change log
Visible review dates and source tracking.
New Tenancy Master Checklist
Main workflow with stages, status, evidence fields, authority type and official sources.
Old AST → 2026 Review
A diagnostic for the habits and documents that deserve checking before reuse.
Advertising Checklist
Review asking-rent, rental-bidding, applicant wording, licensing and advert evidence.
Pre-Signing Checklist
Organise written information, Right to Rent, agreement structure, rent, deposit and certificates.
Move-In Evidence Checklist
Track agreement, deposit, EICR, gas, EPC, inventory, meters, keys and alarm evidence.
Compliance Evidence Register
Your “proof folder in spreadsheet form” — dates, delivery method, recipient and file location.
Rent Increase Planner
Form 4A workflow, timing checks and evidence steps using the current official process.
Pet Request Workflow
Request date, 28-day timing, additional-information extension, decision and evidence record.
18 Landlord Emails
Neutral, editable communications for documents, signatures, move-in, pets, rent and records.
Official Resource Directory
Current GOV.UK/Home Office links with review dates rather than stale embedded forms.
60-Minute Quick Start
The shortest path from download to an organised property folder.
Version & Change Log
Visible review dates and source tracking for a regulation-sensitive product.
12 tabs and an old folder
You can find government guidance for free. The work is deciding what applies, what happens first, what proof you keep and which old files you should stop reusing automatically.
One organised workflow
LetReady gives you the operating layer: sequence, checklists, evidence management, reusable communications and direct links back to the source.
Government guidance is the source. LetReady is the implementation system.
Built for self-managing landlords.
- You manage your own rental property in England.
- You own roughly one to four properties.
- You are about to advertise or replace a tenant.
- This is your first new tenancy since 1 May 2026.
- You want an organised process without another subscription.
It is not for
- Scottish, Welsh or Northern Irish tenancies.
- Large letting agencies or institutional portfolios.
- Commercial or specialist tenancy arrangements.
- Anyone seeking personalised legal advice.
- Anyone expecting a guarantee of legal compliance.
“Couldn’t I just ask ChatGPT?”
You can use AI to explain individual questions or draft wording. But you still need to know what step comes first, which item must come from an official source, what evidence you retain and how the whole tenancy file fits together.
AI can help you use a system. LetReady gives you the system.
“Why pay when GOV.UK is free?”
Because the source material is not what you are buying. You are buying the organisation: checklists, sequencing, evidence tracking, editable communications and a current-source directory.
You could build it yourself. LetReady is for the landlord who would rather spend those hours on the property.
Prepare the workflow before your next tenant moves in.
The best time to discover a missing administrative step is not after move-in.
- Complete toolkit
- One payment
- No subscription
- Instant digital access
Frequently asked questions
Is LetReady legal advice?
No. It is an administrative and educational toolkit. It does not replace a solicitor or qualified professional and does not guarantee legal compliance.
Is this for Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland?
No. LetReady is specifically scoped to self-managing landlords in England.
Does it include an “official” tenancy agreement?
No unreviewed AI-generated contract is presented as legally compliant. The toolkit focuses on workflow and agreement review, and directs users to current reputable/official sources where appropriate.
Can I use it for more than one property?
Yes, subject to the licence, you can duplicate working copies across properties you personally own or self-manage.
Do I need special software?
No. The core toolkit is an Excel/Google Sheets-compatible workbook plus editable documents and PDFs.
How current is it?
Version 1.0 was reviewed against current primary sources on 4 September 2026. Because regulation changes, the toolkit always tells you to use current official versions of prescribed forms.
Does it guarantee compliance?
No. It tracks administration and sources; it is not a compliance certification system.
I am already an NRLA member. Do I need this?
If your existing membership already gives you the workflow and support you need, you may not need LetReady.