The Agent Blog - Goodlord

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Nov 4, 2026

State of the Lettings Industry

PRS

The devil you know: The recovery of PRS sentiment after years of uncertainty

Agent, landlord, and tenant confidence is recovering now that the Renters’ Rights Act rules are known. See where sentiment is strongest and what could test it.

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Oct 30, 2026

Compliance

Legislation

Database

Recent PRS database announcements are less than ideal. Here’s how agents and landlords can navigate them collaboratively.

New “Register your rental property” guidance explains how agents can help landlords comply. Learn about submission rules, access requirements, and more.

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Oct 28, 2026

Legislation

UK budget

PRS

UK budget 2026: What landlords and letting agents need to know

Explore the 2026 Budget’s impact on landlords, renters, and letting agents, from property income tax rises to housing measures and the importance of demonstrating value.

Oct 26, 2026

Section 8

RRA

Section 8: Ground 5C - End of employment by the landlord

Learn how Ground 5C works under the Renters’ Rights Act, including mandatory possession rules, employment-related tenancies, and key requirements for landlords.

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Oct 19, 2026

Legislation

PRS

Awaab's law

Awaab’s Law consultation for the PRS: What agents need to know

The government is consulting on extending Awaab's Law to private rentals. Here's what's proposed, what's undecided, and how agents can prepare and respond.

Oct 9, 2026

Section 8

RRA

Section 8: Ground 6B - Compliance with enforcement action

Explore Ground 6B under the Renters’ Rights Act, including enforcement action, landlord possession, tenant compensation and the practical challenges for landlords and agents.

Oct 6, 2026

Section 8

RRA

Section 8: Ground 6 - Redevelopment

Ground 6 has changed under the Renters’ Rights Act. David Smith explains what the redevelopment ground means for landlords and letting agents.

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Oct 5, 2026

Legislation

PRS

Goodlord at the Labour Conference 2026: Key takeaways for the housing sector

At the 2026 Labour Conference, Burnham promised more public control of housing, with new council powers, agent licensing, and a 2.5% deposit scheme for buyers.