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For landlords and lettings agents, compliance responsibilities do not stop during the Xmas break
The festive season is a welcome pause for many, but for landlords and lettings agents, compliance responsibilities do not stop for Christmas. Expired certificates, missed inspections, or unresolved maintenance issues can create serious legal and financial risk — particularly when offices close and contractor availability is limited.
At Symple (Compliance and Maintenance Sorted), we help landlords and agents stay fully compliant, organised, and protected throughout the festive period and into the New Year.
Avoid Costly Compliance Gaps Over Christmas
Gas safety certificates, electrical inspections, EPCs, fire safety, legionella testing, and general property maintenance all remain legal obligations — regardless of the time of year. December is a common point where deadlines are missed, especially across larger portfolios.
Our managed compliance service ensures:
- No missed expiry dates
- No last-minute scrambling in January
- Clear documentation for audits and renewals
- Reduced risk of fines, enforcement action, or tenancy delays
We proactively track and manage compliance so you don’t have to.
A Smarter Way to Manage Portfolios
For lettings agents and portfolio landlords, time is at a premium — particularly at year end. Managing multiple contractors, certificates, and deadlines across properties is inefficient and increases exposure to risk.
Symple provides a single, centralised solution for compliance and maintenance. One point of contact. One clear system. Full visibility across your portfolio.
This means fewer emergencies, fewer tenant complaints, and greater confidence that your properties are compliant at all times.
Get Ahead of the January Rush
January is one of the busiest months for compliance inspections and remedial works. Waiting until the New Year often results in delays, higher costs, and frustrated tenants.
By acting before Christmas, you can:
- Ensure all properties are compliant before year end
- Reduce emergency call-outs during winter
- Start 2026 with a clear, organised compliance position
- Protect income and minimise voids
Christmas Offer for Landlords and Agents
To support landlords and lettings agents through the festive period, Symple Compliance and Maintenance Sorted is offering a complimentary Christmas compliance review for portfolios onboarded before Christmas.
This includes:
- A full review of your current compliance position
- Identification of any gaps or upcoming deadlines
- A clear, structured plan to keep your portfolio compliant in 2026
Let Us Handle the Compliance — You Enjoy Christmas
While you focus on tenants, transactions, and closing out the year, we will ensure your compliance and maintenance are fully under control.
Book your free Christmas compliance review today and enter the New Year confident, compliant, and organised.
From everyone at Symple (Compliance and Maintenance Sorted), we wish landlords and lettings agents a safe, stress-free Christmas and a compliant start to 2026.
Andrew Stanton Executive Editor – moving property and proptech forward. PropTech-X
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