Landlords & letting agents playbook · 15 free jobs

AI for landlords and letting agents: 15 jobs to hand to AI this week

Renting rules change often and differ by country (and within the UK). AI can do the writing and the reminders, but the legal requirements must always come from official guidance, never from the AI.

Job 1 of 15ChatGPTGoogle Sheets

Log repair requests and reply to tenants promptly

Quick, clear replies to repair requests keep tenants happy and give you a record of what was reported and when.

Time: 5 minutes per requestCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool, then a repairs log in Google Sheets or your property software

Steps

  1. When a tenant reports a problem, note the date, what, where and any photos.
  2. Run the prompt below to draft a reply and a log entry.
  3. Book the contractor and update the log when it's fixed.

The exact prompt

Copy, paste, then fill in the [brackets]
Draft a reply from a landlord to a tenant's repair request, and a one-line log entry.
Issue: [description]. Reported: [date]. Urgency in my judgement: [emergency / urgent / routine].
Reply: thank them, confirm what happens next and when [my plan], how access will be arranged with notice, and who to call in an emergency [number]. Under 100 words.
Log entry: date reported, issue, urgency, action, target date.

✓ Check before you send

  • Response times are realistic and meet your legal duties.
  • Access is arranged with proper notice.
  • Damp, mould and safety issues are treated seriously.

UK notes extra

Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 2 of 15Google SheetsChatGPT

Build a compliance calendar for every property

Gas safety, electrical checks, EPCs and deposit deadlines are easy to miss across several properties. A calendar with reminders prevents it.

Time: 45 minutes onceCost: free tools work

Google Sheets plus a free AI chat tool

Steps

  1. List each property and the date of each certificate or check, from your documents.
  2. Look up the required intervals on official guidance for your country. Don't take them from AI.
  3. Run the prompt below to build the formulas.
  4. Review it monthly.

The exact prompt

Copy, paste, then fill in the [brackets]
Build a compliance tracker in Google Sheets for a landlord with [X] properties.
Columns: property ref, check type, last done date, interval in months (I'll enter these from official guidance), next due, days until due, status.
Formulas for next due, days until due, and status ("OVERDUE", "DUE IN 60 DAYS"). Conditional formatting instructions.
Don't fill in legal intervals yourself.

✓ Check before you send

  • Intervals come from official guidance for your area.
  • Every property is included.
  • Certificates are stored with the tracker.

UK notes extra

Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 3 of 15ChatGPTClaude

Write an accurate, fair property advert

A clear, honest advert attracts the right tenants and avoids wasted viewings. Some phrases are now unlawful in places.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool

Steps

  1. List the facts: rent, deposit, rooms, bills included, council tax band, EPC rating, availability, pets policy, furnishing.
  2. Run the prompt below.
  3. Check it against current rules on discrimination and advertising in your area.

The exact prompt

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Write a rental property advert.
Facts (use only these): [paste].
Output: headline, 5 key features, a 120-word description, and a facts list (rent, deposit, bills, council tax band, EPC, availability, furnishing, pets policy).
Don't include phrases that exclude groups of people (e.g. "no benefits", "no children", "professionals only"). Don't exaggerate size or condition. State one asking rent, with no invitation to bid.

✓ Check before you send

  • Facts match your documents.
  • No discriminatory wording.
  • One clear rent figure, no bidding.

UK notes extra

Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 4 of 15ChatGPTClaude

Prepare a rent review letter using the correct process

Rent increases have strict processes in many places. AI can help with a polite covering letter, but the official process must be followed.

Time: 20 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool for the covering letter only

Steps

  1. Check the official rent increase process for your country (in England, the section 13 process with Form 4A since 1 May 2026).
  2. Gather evidence of local market rents.
  3. Run the prompt below for a covering letter to send with the official form.
  4. Send with the correct notice period.

The exact prompt

Copy, paste, then fill in the [brackets]
Write a polite covering letter from a landlord to a tenant about a rent review.
Current rent: [£]. Proposed rent: [£] from [date]. Evidence: [comparable local rents].
Say the official notice [form name] is enclosed, explain the reasoning briefly, and invite them to get in touch with questions.
Don't describe the tenant's legal rights yourself; say "Information about your rights is included with the form."
Under 150 words.

✓ Check before you send

  • You use the official form and notice period.
  • The increase is in line with market rent.
  • Dates are right.

UK notes extra

Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 5 of 15ChatGPTGoogle Docs

Turn check-in photos and notes into a clear inventory summary

Deposit disputes are decided on evidence. A clear, dated inventory with photos protects both sides.

Time: 30 minutes per propertyCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool, then Google Docs or your inventory app

Steps

  1. Walk each room taking dated photos and voice notes on condition.
  2. Run the prompt below with your notes.
  3. Attach the photos, have the tenant review and sign, and both keep a copy.

The exact prompt

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Turn my check-in notes into a room-by-room inventory and schedule of condition.
For each room: items, condition (good / fair / poor) with specific notes (e.g. "2cm scuff on skirting by door"), and photo references.
Use only my notes. Neutral, specific wording.

Notes:
[paste]

✓ Check before you send

  • Every note matches a photo.
  • The tenant agrees and signs.
  • Copies are stored safely.

UK notes extra

Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 6 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Make a Renters' Rights Act checklist for your own lets

In England, the rules changed from 1 May 2026 (other UK nations have their own laws). A checklist from the official guidance helps you see what applies to you.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Read the GOV.UK Renters' Rights Act overview for landlords and copy the points that affect you into a doc.
  2. List your properties with tenancy type and start date (no tenant names).
  3. Run the prompt below.
  4. Check each item against GOV.UK again, and mark anything you're unsure about for professional advice.
  5. Put the dates in your calendar or compliance sheet.

The exact prompt

Copy, paste, then fill in the [brackets]
From my notes on the GOV.UK Renters' Rights Act overview for landlords [paste], make a checklist for my [n] properties in England.
Columns: what changes, what I need to do, by when, done.
Use ONLY my notes. Mark anything unclear as [CHECK WITH ADVISER]. Don't add rules.

✓ Check before you send

  • Every item matches the GOV.UK guidance.
  • It's clear the rules apply in England; other UK nations have their own laws.
  • Legal questions go to a professional or the NRLA.
  • There are no tenant names in what you pasted.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 7 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Gather evidence for a rent increase challenge

If a tenant challenges a rent increase at tribunal, you'll need comparable rents and property details ready. An organised pack saves a scramble.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Collect 3–6 current listings for similar local properties (screenshots with date, rent, size, features).
  2. List your property's features and recent improvements and repairs.
  3. Run the prompt below.
  4. Check each comparable is real and similar.
  5. Save the pack with your tenancy file.

The exact prompt

Copy, paste, then fill in the [brackets]
Organise my evidence into a tidy summary pack for a rent review.
Comparables: [paste: address area, rent, bedrooms, features, date seen].
My property: [features, recent repairs and improvements].
Make a table of comparables and a one-page summary. Don't argue the case or estimate a market rent.

✓ Check before you send

  • The comparables are real, current listings.
  • The AI doesn't argue the case or estimate a value.
  • Get professional advice if it's contested.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 8 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Reply calmly when a tenant challenges a rent increase

A tenant challenging an increase is stressful for both sides. A calm, factual reply keeps the relationship good and points to the proper process.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Reread the tenant's message and note their specific concerns.
  2. Gather the facts behind your increase (comparables, costs).
  3. Run the prompt below.
  4. Check the process described against GOV.UK.
  5. Send it and keep a copy.

The exact prompt

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Write a calm reply (under 120 words) to a tenant challenging a rent increase.
Their concerns: [summary]. My reasons: [facts].
Acknowledge, explain briefly, and say they can use the official process if they disagree. No threats.

✓ Check before you send

  • The facts are accurate.
  • The process is checked on GOV.UK.
  • No threats or pressure.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 9 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Write a friendly-then-firm rent arrears sequence

Early, documented contact helps tenants get back on track, and shows you acted reasonably if it ever goes further. Templates mean you act quickly instead of putting it off.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Check your rent records: amount owed and the dates missed.
  2. Run the prompt below for three messages.
  3. Send the friendly reminder as soon as a payment is missed.
  4. Offer a repayment plan if they reply, and confirm any agreement in writing.
  5. Take advice before serving any notice.

The exact prompt

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Write 3 messages for rent arrears of [£] (missed: [dates]):
1. Friendly reminder.
2. Follow-up offering a repayment plan and asking them to get in touch.
3. Formal letter stating the arrears and asking for a response by [date].
Factual and kind. Mention help available (e.g. GOV.UK or Citizens Advice). No legal threats beyond saying I may take advice.

✓ Check before you send

  • Amounts and dates match your records.
  • Every contact is logged.
  • You've taken advice before any formal notice.

UK notes extra

Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 10 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Respond quickly to damp and mould reports

Damp and mould can harm tenants' health, and slow responses lead to complaints and legal action. A prompt, written response with an inspection date is the first step.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Reply the same day the report comes in.
  2. Run the prompt below.
  3. Book an inspection by a qualified person.
  4. Log the report, the inspection and every action taken.
  5. Follow up with the tenant after the work.

The exact prompt

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Write a response (under 120 words) to a tenant reporting damp or mould in [room].
Thank them, give the inspection date [x], explain what happens next, and how to contact me.
Don't blame or diagnose.

✓ Check before you send

  • The inspection is by a qualified person.
  • No blaming the tenant or diagnosing the cause in the reply.
  • Every action is logged with dates.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 11 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Brief contractors on repairs clearly

Vague repair requests get vague quotes and return visits. A clear brief gets comparable quotes and the job done first time.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Take the tenant's report and photos.
  2. Remove tenant personal details except what's needed for access (and get consent to share).
  3. Run the prompt below.
  4. Send the same brief to each contractor.
  5. Compare quotes against the brief.

The exact prompt

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Turn this tenant report [paste, with personal details removed] into a contractor brief:
problem, location, urgency, photos available, access arrangements, scope, exclusions, quote format (labour, materials, VAT, timescale).

✓ Check before you send

  • Gas and electrical jobs go to qualified, registered trades.
  • The tenant consented to their contact details being shared.
  • Every contractor gets the same brief.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 12 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Use the same referencing checklist for every applicant

Inconsistent checks are unfair and risk discrimination claims. Using the same checklist for every applicant is fairer and easier.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Run the prompt below for your checklist.
  2. Get each applicant's written consent to checks.
  3. Do Right to Rent checks as GOV.UK describes.
  4. Store documents securely, and delete them when no longer needed.
  5. Record your decision and reasons.

The exact prompt

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Make a referencing checklist for applicants: ID, Right to Rent, income and affordability, employer reference, previous landlord reference, written consent.
Tick-box format, the same for every applicant. Note where data protection applies.

✓ Check before you send

  • The same checks are applied to everyone.
  • Right to Rent is done as GOV.UK describes.
  • Data is stored securely.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 13 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Confirm repairs are finished

Written confirmation that a repair is done closes the loop and builds your record if there's a dispute.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Get confirmation and photos from the contractor.
  2. Run the prompt below.
  3. Send it to the tenant.
  4. Log the completion with the date and invoice.

The exact prompt

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Write a short message (under 80 words) confirming the repair [x] was completed on [date], and asking the tenant to tell me if the problem returns.

✓ Check before you send

  • The completion is logged.
  • Photos are kept.
  • The tenant knows how to report a recurrence.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 14 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Summarise your repair and safety responsibilities

Missing a gas safety check or electrical inspection is costly and dangerous. A summary of your duties and dates keeps you on top.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Read the relevant GOV.UK and HSE pages and copy the key duties into your notes.
  2. Run the prompt below.
  3. Check each item against the official pages.
  4. Add the dates to your compliance calendar.

The exact prompt

Copy, paste, then fill in the [brackets]
From my notes from GOV.UK and HSE pages [paste], make a summary table of my repair and safety duties as a landlord: duty, how often, last done, next due.
Use ONLY my notes.

✓ Check before you send

  • It's checked against official sources.
  • Dates come from your certificates.
  • Nothing is added by the AI.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑
Job 15 of 15ChatGPTGemini

Write rent increase letters for non-assured tenancies

Lodgers and some other lettings follow different rules from assured tenancies. Getting the process right avoids disputes.

Time: 15 minutesCost: free tools work

A free AI chat tool (ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude)

Steps

  1. Check what type of letting it is and what your agreement says about increases.
  2. Check the rules for that type on GOV.UK or with an adviser.
  3. Run the prompt below.
  4. Send it with proper notice and keep a copy.

The exact prompt

Copy, paste, then fill in the [brackets]
Write a rent increase letter (under 120 words) for a [lodger / other] arrangement, using my agreement terms [paste].
New rent [£] from [date]. Note that I've checked the rules for this type of letting.

✓ Check before you send

  • The correct procedure is confirmed for this letting type.
  • The notice period follows your agreement.
  • The new rent is correct.
Last reviewed Oct 2026. Free tools change. If a screen looks different, the steps still apply.Back to top ↑

Questions landlords & letting agents ask

Can AI tell me the law on renting?

No. Renting rules differ by country, and in England they changed significantly on 1 May 2026. Take legal requirements from official guidance and use AI only for wording.

Is it safe to put tenant details into AI?

Keep tenant names, contact details and references in your own records. AI only needs the property facts and the issue.

Which AI tool is free?

The free plans of ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot and Claude handle adverts, letters and logs. Google Sheets is free for your compliance tracker.

Privacy tip: don't paste customers' full names, addresses or other personal details into AI tools unless you need to and you've checked the tool's privacy settings.