Rent Protection & Legal Expenses Insurance

Rent Protection & Legal Expenses Insurance

UK Rent Protection & Legal Cover for Landlords (As of 2025)

Tristram’s Property Services partners with Rent Protection & Legal Expenses Insurance to offer landlords robust protection against rent arrears, legal costs and tenant disputes. This UK-regulated insurance product helps safeguard your income and provides legal support throughout the repossession process.

Goodlord’s Rent Protection & Legal Expenses Insurance is widely used by agents across the UK and is designed to help landlords protect rental income while minimising administrative burden.

What This Insurance Covers

Rent Protection

If a tenant fails to pay their rent, you can claim 100% of the monthly rent owed until you achieve vacant possession – without a cap on the number of months covered.

Legal Expenses

The policy includes up to £100,000 legal expenses cover for pursuing possession and defending or enforcing your legal rights as a landlord.

Eviction Support

Goodlord covers the costs associated with gaining possession, including eviction of tenants or squatters and associated legal proceedings.

Rent Recovery

If rent has been missed, Goodlord will pursue recovery of outstanding amounts on your behalf.

Property Damage Cover

The policy contributes toward legal costs to recover damage caused by a tenant or third party where the dispute value exceeds £1,000. It also pays up to £1,000 over and above the deposit for damage/dilapidation.

Alternative Accommodation & Storage

If you need to regain possession and cannot immediately live back in the property, the policy can contribute to alternative accommodation and storage costs for up to 30 days.

Section 13 Dispute Protection

If a tenant contests a rent increase, the policy covers the difference between old and new rent for up to six months, or until a tribunal decision is reached.

First Month Rent Guarantee

If no rent is received in the first month after tenancy commencement, you can claim immediately without it affecting future claim rights.

How It Helps Landlords

Goodlord’s Rent Protection product is designed to help landlords:

• Maintain stable rental income despite tenant default
• Avoid costly legal bills when pursuing eviction or possession
• Minimise administrative burden with an automated online claims process
• Access mediation services and legal guidance through the Goodlord platform

Why Choose Goodlord Through Tristram’s

Tristram’s helps landlords across Nottingham & Derby integrate Goodlord’s rent protection into their management service. When you let or manage with us, you benefit from:

• Full integration with digital tenancy and referencing tools
• Faster claims via Goodlord’s online system
• Support with presenting the service to landlords
• Peace of mind with a regulated, FCA-ready product

Who It’s Right For

Goodlord Rent Protection & Legal Expenses Insurance suits landlords who want:

• Protection against tenant rent arrears
• Legal support for eviction and repossession
• Coverage beyond standard landlord insurance
• Streamlined claims and mediation support
• Assurance in the evolving lettings landscape (e.g., Renters’ Rights Act context)

What You Should Know Before Applying

• Policies typically require satisfactory tenant/guarantor referencing.
• Cover starts once tenancy paperwork is complete via the Goodlord platform.
• Full terms, conditions, exclusions and eligibility criteria apply — landlords should review policy wording thoroughly before purchase.

How It Works

1. Add Rent Protection during the tenancy setup process via Goodlord
2. Goodlord reviews tenant references and eligibility
3. If tenants default, the online claims portal guides documentation submission
4. Goodlord manages rent recovery, eviction and legal proceedings on your behalf

Book a No-Obligation Consultation

Speak to Tristram’s Property Services to understand how Rent Protection & Legal Expenses Insurance can protect your investment, reduce risk and add genuine reassurance for landlords in Nottingham and Derby.