Originally published: September 2024
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The Rentersâ Rights Act is the most significant reform the private rented sector (PRS) has seen since the Housing Act 1988. First introduced to Parliament on September 11, 2024, the Act has wide-ranging implications for landlords, tenants, and letting agents alike.
But letting agents will arguably be impacted most by the changes.
As significant parts of the Act will become effective on May 1, 2026, you need to know everything about what's in store so you can set your agency up for success. Because while there will be challenges, there are also lots of opportunities to take advantage of.
In this blog, weâll cover all of the key talking points, while signposting in-depth resources where you can learn more.
The Rentersâ Rights Act is a piece of legislation designed to deliver âlong overdueâ reforms to the Private Rented Sector (PRS). Its primary goal is to give tenants more security to stay in their homes and more freedom to leave substandard properties.
The Government believes this is necessary because: âWhile the majority of landlords provide a good service, the [PRS] currently provides the least affordable, poorest quality and most insecure housing of all tenures.â
The Act will:
| Renters Reform Bill | Renters' Rights Act | |
| Abolish Section 21 | â
With court reform |
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Without court reform |
| Expand grounds for possession | â | â |
| Decent Homes Standard | â | â
Plus Awaab's Law |
| Limit rent increases to once per year | â | â |
| Prohibit discrimination | â | â |
| Allow renting with pets | â | â |
| Introduce a landlord ombudsman | â | â |
| Ban rental bidding wars | â | â |
| Create a PRS database | â
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| Strengthen enforcement of non-compliance | â
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The Renters Reform Bill is the predecessor of the Rentersâ Rights Act, which explains why they look so similar.
The former was conceived by the Conservative Government towards the end of their term, but didn't pass before they were defeated by Labour in the General Election. It proposed to:
The latter was proposed by the new Labour Government, building on the above by banning rental bidding wars.
The Rentersâ Rights Act will also abolish Section 21 without court reform and apply Awaabâs Law to the Decent Homes Standard.
Learn more in our Rentersâ Rights Act vs Renters Reform Bill đ blog
While we've touched on all the key changes proposed by the Rentersâ Rights Act, here are the ones that are set to have the biggest impact on letting agents.
The Rentersâ Rights Act will convert all fixed-term assured shorthold tenancies (ASTs) to periodic tenancies overnight. Any fixed-term tenancies you sign now will be affected by this when the Act becomes effective.
In other words, a three-year tenancy signed in April 2026 would instantly become periodic on May 1, 2026 (the commencement date of Rentersâ Rights Act) replacing the fixed term.
Tenancy reform is one of the Governmentâs biggest priorities and they believe that this move will âempower tenants to challenge bad practice without fear of retaliatory evictionâ.
Despite this, lettings industry data from Goodlord revealed that tenants actually prefer fixed-term tenancies. For example, 52% of tenants prefer fixed-term, renewable tenancy agreements, while 30% prefer rolling, open-ended agreements.
Learn how you can prepare your agency for these changes in our periodic tenancies đblog
In the current system, landlords can raise the rent in several ways, including rent review clauses, renewing fixed-term tenancies, and mutual written agreements during the tenancy. However, due to the abolition of fixed-term tenancies, Section 13 notices will be the only way to raise rent. You can only serve them once per year, and tenants will be able to appeal.
"Essentially, what we're now saying is that every single year, you have the opportunity to increase rents, and therefore you should. We can't forget that landlords have been under immense pressure themselves, and actually, their costs have risen in the same way that all of ours have, and all the tenants have." - Oli Sherlock, Managing Director of Insurance at Goodlord
Learn how to serve notices quickly and compliantly in our Section 13 đ blog
The abolition of Section 21 âno-faultâ evictions is one of the Governmentâs flagship rental reforms. Although letting agents and landlords appreciate the convenience of Section 21 notices, the Government feels that tenants are getting a raw deal.
âUproot[ing] renters from their homes with little notice and minimal justificationâ is something they want to end as early as possible.
Learn more about the implications of abolition and how you can prepare for the changes in our Section 21 đ blog
When the Rentersâ Rights Act becomes effective, serving Section 8 notices will be the primary way landlords can evict tenants. As a letting agent, you need to be be able to advise landlords on which mandatory and discretionary possession grounds they can cite to evict a tenant from their property.
After all, citing incorrect possession grounds will result in the courts rejecting your application, further delaying the eviction process.
Learn about the practical steps you can take to prepare your agency for these changes and how to serve notices correctly in our Section 8 đ blog
There are a range of other reforms in the Rentersâ Rights Act that you should know aboutâŚ
Bidding over the rental asking price will no longer be allowed when the Act becomes effective. While the Government clarifies that most landlords donât encourage rental bidding wars, it aims to âcrack down on the minority of unscrupulous landlords who make the most of the housing crisis by forcing tenants to bid for their properties.â
Awaabâs Law has already been introduced into the social housing sector as part of the Social Housing (Regulation) Act and will expand into the PRS as part of the Renters' Rights Act.
It means landlords must follow strict timescales to inspect and repair hazards, such as damp and mould. The Government has claimed that the introduction of this law will âensure that all renters in England are empowered to challenge dangerous conditionsâ.
The Rentersâ Rights Act intends to make renting with pets easier. Tenants will be able to request a pet both before and during a tenancy, and landlords can't unreasonably refuse their request.
A new digital PRS database will provide visibility on who landlords are and any historical banning orders they've received so tenants can make more informed choices.
The Act introduces a new private rented sector ombudsman, offering a fair and impartial resolution service to settle disputes without the need for court involvement.
The Act will outlaw blanket bans on tenants with children or those on benefits, ensuring fair access to housing.
While the Renters' Rights Act brings many much-needed reforms and tenant protections to the PRS, its ripple effect on agents and landlords shouldn't be understated.
In Goodlord's State of the Lettings Industry 2025 report, fresh data from across the sector paints a mixed picture as the Act becomes law.
Due to the end of fixed-term tenancies, agencies risk losing a key income driver.
Renewals currently account for an average of 27% of total agency revenue, with this figure rising to 37% in London, where long-term tenancy renewals are more common and property values are higher.
Once all tenancies convert to periodic, those reliable renewal fees will disappear.
Under the new legislation, tenants will gain expanded powers to challenge rent increases via Section 13 and the First-tier Tribunal. Early polling shows that 22% of tenants plan to appeal rent rises, regardless of whether they feel the increase is fair, testing the system from day one.
âI think the administrative process there is difficult, and I think the emotional toll is difficult for agencies, because tenants will feel very passionate about this and understand they have free rein to appeal. Landlords will feel very passionate about this and understand that tenants have free rein to appeal. So I think this is going to be a stress point.â - Oli Sherlock, Managing Director of Insurance at Goodlord
The ban on rental bidding aims to improve fairness, but could introduce new pricing behaviours. One in five landlords (20%) say theyâll compensate by advertising properties at a higher initial rent, anticipating a downward negotiation.
Meanwhile, over half (53%) plan to research comparable listings to establish their price point, and 19% will rely on their agent's advice.
In other words, those who advertise higher will drive rents up for the rest of the market.
With Section 21 being abolished, agentsâ ability to use Section 8 grounds correctly becomes vital. Yet data shows a steep learning curve ahead:
This divergence highlights a looming compliance gap. Smaller agencies will need urgent training and legal support to manage possession cases confidently under the new regime.
The ban on rent in advance could disproportionately affect tenant minority groups.
Two in five renters have paid more than a monthâs rent upfront, and 42% did so simply to âbeat the competition.â Without the ability to offer advance payments, these tenants may struggle to secure homes in a competitive market.
Agents will need to work closely with landlords to identify fair, compliant alternatives, such as guarantor arrangements or deposit replacement schemes, to ensure inclusivity doesnât inadvertently reduce access.
âWe know the rationale is that itâs there to prevent people from being priced out of the market by competitive advantage. But when I look across our businesses, which primarily deal with overseas landlords marketing properties, typically tenanted by overseas tenants who come to the UK, who probably donât have a UK bank account at first. Whereas they would have been sound paying their rent in advance in a property type that is quite ring-fenced for themâŚSuddenly, that market doesnât work.â - Lucy Jones, Chief Operating Officer at Lomond
When asked how ready they feel for the Rentersâ Rights Act, the industry revealed stark contrasts:
This uneven preparedness underscores the need for targeted education, technology adoption, and resource sharing across the lettings community. The most agile agencies will be the ones that thrive as the Act becomes law.
The Act achieved Royal Assent on October 27, 2025, meaning it is now law in England. Following this landmark, it ceases to be known as the Renters' Rights Bill, instead becoming Renters' Rights Act. However, becoming law and becoming effective are two different things.
The implementation of the Act will have three phases, with the first starting on May 1, 2026. This is when the government will push through major tenancy reforms like the abolition of Section 21 and the shift to periodic tenancies.
Phase 2 will include the introduction of the PRS database on ombudsman (2026-2028), while Phase 3 (2030â) will focus on applying the Decent Homes Standard and Awaab's Law to the PRS.
The EPC C minimum requirement will also apply to all tenancies from 2030 onwards.
Phase 1 begins on May 1, 2026 and includes:
Key dates to look out for include:
Phase 2 begins in 2026, lasting until 2028. It includes:
Phase 3 will be rolled out from 2030 onwards, including:
We've tracked the Act through the Commons and the Lords. Below, you can find key takeaways from each stage and see how the legislation was shaped. We start with the most recent stage, working backwardsđ
On Monday, October 27, the Act finally completed its journey through the Houses and achieved Royal Assent. This means that the Act is now law in England.
On October 22, the Act returned to the House of Commons for the final time. After a very short debate, the House voted in favour of passing the Lords' final amendments. The Act was put before the King for Royal Assent on October 27.
On October 14, the Act completed what was its final visit to the Lords, as the House voted down all of the amendments put forward apart from its own. The Act will now return to the House of Commons for signing off and rubber-stamping before receiving Royal Assent.
The key amendment made by the government was:
Until now, housing provided to members of the British Armed Forces by the Ministry of Defence has not been held to the same standard as the private and social housing sectors.
This last minute amendment, introduced by the Lib Dems, will extend the Decent Homes Standard to MoD housing. This addition comes as a welcome addition to the Act, ensuring that Armed Forces members and their families can access good quality properties. The amendment enjoyed support from Labour and Conservative Peers.
House of Commons: "Ping pong" amendment considerations (completed)
On September 8, the amendments suggested by the Lords were considered by the House of Commons. Matthew Pennycook, leading for the Government, opened the debate by explaining two key amendments introduced in the Lords.
Almost since the Act's inception, industry stakeholders have feared that the Government is "incentivising" rent increase appeals. This is because there were no plans to backdate rent increases, even for unsuccessful appeals to a First-tier Tribunal (FTT).
In essence, this meant that any tenant who received a rent increase could delay it until the FTT made a ruling.
However, Pennycook clarified that the Government will be able to backdate rent increases if the FTT becomes backlogged due to a surge in cases, which should provide a crumb of comfort to landlords.
He also confirmed that the Government is exploring alternatives to the FTT for handling these initial determinations, acknowledging the tribunal could face heavy pressure. An alternative body or mechanism will be established âas soon as possible,â with further details to follow.
The second major point related to pet insurance. Initially, landlords could require tenants to take out a policy covering potential pet damage. But as insurers are unlikely to have suitable products ready in time, the Government doubled down on its decision to remove this requirement.
Landlords will no longer be able to insist that tenants purchase such insurance.
Turning to the broader set of Lords amendments, Pennycook said the Government âwelcomed the scrutiny and challengeâ but could not support changes that would, in its view, undermine the Act's core principles. He reiterated the Governmentâs reasoning for rejecting these amendments, essentially repeating arguments already set out during earlier Lords debates.
Responding for the Conservatives, Shadow Housing Secretary James Cleverley criticised the Act as âpoorly thought through and counterproductive.â He warned that it risked driving landlords out of the sector, thereby reducing the supply of rental housing and pushing up rents.
Cleverley also said the Government was wrong to oppose specific Lords amendments, including one extending student tenancy protections (Ground 4A) and another allowing landlords to take an additional deposit for tenants with pets.
Speaking for the Liberal Democrats, Gideon Amos MP took a more balanced approach. He supported the Lords' proposals to create a new possession ground for landlords needing to house a carer and to apply the Decent Homes Standard to military housing. However, he opposed allowing pet deposits and reducing the restriction on re-letting unsold properties from twelve months to six.
A series of votes followed, with the Government prevailing in each case. It accepted only its own amendments from the Lords and rejected those it considered damaging.
The Act returned to the Lords on October 14 in the usual âping-pongâ stage, where peers decided whether to accept the Commonsâ version or reinstate their preferred text.
Goodlord's Managing Director of Insurance, Oli Sherlock, and leading property lawyer, David Smith, explain why a wait-and-see approach to the Bill won't work âď¸
The government rejected all of the amendments proposed by the Opposition or Backbench peers that it did not support or propose. As expected, this stance did not change during the "ping pong" process.
"Ping pong" refers to âthe to and fro of amendments to Bills between the House of Commons and the House of Lordsâ when both Houses disagree on the content of a Bill.
While the Lords can use âping pongâ to delay a Bill, they canât ultimately stop it because of the Parliament Acts, which limit the powers of the House of Lords to reject legislation.
As a result, the Rentersâ Rights Act closely resembles its original form.
The third reading of the Act in the Lords was completed on July 21, 2025. In this final stage, the Lords passed two amendments without a vote, which you can see below:
During the brief debate, Peers, officials, and other stakeholders who had worked on the Bill were thanked and congratulated.
The government scheduled three report stage sittings on July 1, 7, and 15. This stage gives the Lords time to consider and vote on amendments proposed by their colleagues.
The Government itself made an amendment, removing landlordsâ ability to require tenants with pets to take out pet damage insurance, which had made the prospect of renting to this demographic more attractive to landlords.
However, since the government rejected a pet damage deposit amendment proposed by Lord de Clifford, this decision could have neutralised the impact of the proposed pet reforms. Without sufficient protection, landlords could be more likely to use legal loopholes to continue avoiding renting to tenants with pets.
In the three sessions, the House also voted on and approved several other amendments, put forward by the government, the Opposition, and Backbench peers.
July 15
In the third and final session of the report stage, the Lords discussed these amendments:
Passed without a vote:
Passed:
July 7
During the second session, the Lords passed the following amendments:
Passed without vote:
Passed:
July 1
During the first sitting, the following amendments were passed by the Lords:
Passed:
The House voted on and rejected these amendments:
Rejected:
Here's everything you need to know about the committee stage in the Lordsđ
The Parliament website says: "Committee stage involves detailed line by line examination of the separate parts (clauses and schedules) of a bill. Starting from the front of the bill, members work through to the end."
It continues:
"Before committee stage begins, amendments (changes) are gathered together and placed in order, then published in the âmarshalled list'. Updated lists are produced before the start of each day of committee stage.
"During committee stage every clause of the bill has to be agreed to and votes on any amendments can take place. All suggested amendments have to be considered, if a member wishes, and members can discuss an issue for as long as they want.
"If the bill has been amended it is reprinted with all the agreed amendments."
The Lords held committee sessions on:
The Government initially announced six sessions, but added another on May 15 to complete the stage.
During the committee stage, Peers suggested hundreds of amendments, including to some of the Government's flagship rental reforms. These include:
Renting with pets, guarantors, and RoPA were also discussed. Here are some of the key takeaways from the sessionsâŚ
As expected, the Government declined all of the amendments proposed by Opposition and Backbench peers during the Lords committee stage. It has only passed its own amendments.
Lord Best used the committee stage once again to emphasise the importance of the Regulation of Property Agents (RoPA). He said:
"The Rentersâ Rights Bill presents an important opportunity to take a first step towards creating a proper regulatory framework for the property agency sector."
Despite earning the support of several Peers during the committee stage, RoPA wasn't included in the Rentersâ Rights Act. However, the Government committed to revisiting the regulation at a later date.
While the Government included anti-discrimination laws in the Rentersâ Rights Act, some Peers felt they didnât go far enough.
Baroness Lister proposed limiting the circumstances in which landlords can ask for guarantors, providing data on how their use disproportionately disadvantages low-income renters. She said:
âOver the last five years, 550,000 private renters were unable to rent a home that they wanted because they did not have a guarantor that met the landlordâs requirements.â
She continued:
âSome 45% of benefit recipients and 43% of families struggle to provide a guarantor, compared with just 24% of those not receiving benefits or without children.â
The Government rejected the amendment. Many still believed that requesting a guarantor remained vital for managing landlord risk.
Despite the Government proposing measures to make renting with pets easier, Peers sought clarity on several key issues, suggesting multiple amendments. For example, Lord Black argued that without firmer protections:
âFamilies with pets will remain in an ongoing state of housing insecurity, with the threat of eviction always looming around the corner.â
Because of this, he proposed that landlords shouldnât be able to withdraw consent to keep a pet once it has been granted.
In response, Housing Minister Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, said:
âWhen a landlord gives permission for a tenant to have a pet, that consent is binding and cannot be revoked, with the exception of the very rare occasion when that becomes an anti-social behaviour issue.â
The Shadow Housing Minister, Baroness Scott of Bybrook, touched on a widespread concern in one of her amendments. Many in the private rented sector believe that the court system needs significant investment; otherwise, it will be unable to process the increased volume of Section 8 notices effectively. She said:
"This amendment would require the Lord Chancellor to assess the operation of the possession process to ensure the court service has the capacity to deal with the increased demand expected because of this Bill."
The Government rejected this amendment, emphasising its commitment to digitising the court system to improve efficiency.
Lord Willetts suggested that the Government should extend Ground 4A to smaller properties, proposing that:
"Smaller rented accommodations of one or two bedrooms should also be exempt from the general provisions of the Bill and instead be recognised as academic accommodation."
This said, he didn't press his amendment to a vote.
The Government maintained its position on periodic tenancies, and rejected extending Ground 4A to smaller student properties.
The Government previously added Ground 4A to the Act to enable the landlords of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), exclusively let by students, to make annual agreements in line with the academic year.
Housing Minister Baroness Taylor of Stevenage said:
"We recognise that the student market has a cyclical business model and have therefore introduced Ground 4A, allowing landlords to evict full-time students from HMOs in order to house incoming groups in line with the academic year."
Under the Renters' Rights Act, tenants can dispute rent increases through the First-tier Property Tribunal if they disagree with them. There are also no plans to backdate rent increases if courts rule in favour of a landlord, which many believe will incentivise tenants to appeal.
Addressing this concern, Baroness Wolf of Dulwich suggested that appeals should be reviewed before theyâre sent to the tribunal. She said:
"All appeals against rent increases should go in the first instance to the Valuation Office Agency and progress to the First-tier Tribunal only if there is a clear case to answer."
The Government praised Baroness Wolf's intentions while citing concerns about resource implications and potential delays. They also acknowledged that filtering out unfounded cases would help to alleviate pressure on the tribunal system.
Peers debated the Government's proposals for the PRS in the second reading of The Renters' Rights Bill in the House of Lords on February 4.
The issue of student tenancies, supply and demand, pets in lets, and legal enforcement were key themes, with many questions remaining unaddressed.
According to the Parliament website:
"Second reading is the first opportunity for members of the Lords to debate the key principles and main purpose of a bill and to flag up any concerns or specific areas where they think amendments (changes) are needed."
It continues:
"The Government Minister, spokesperson or a member of the Lords responsible for the bill opens the second reading debate," which was, in this case, Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Housing, Communities and Local Government), Labour.
"Any member can speak during second reading â this stage can indicate those members particularly interested in a bill, or a specific aspect of it, and those who are most likely to be involved in suggesting changes at later stages."
The Government made several amendments in the third reading on Jan 14, including:
Despite pressure from Labour backbenchers and Green MPs, the Government once again rejected calls to introduce rent controls.
Below, we've compiled an FAQ on some of the finer points of the Act that may not have been covered in the blog.
The Government announced three different implementation phases for the Act on November 13, 2025. The first of these phases, which includes the abolition of Section 21, begins on May 1, 2026. On this date, all ASTs will automatically convert into assured periodic tenancies, meaning no new Section 21 notices can be served.
If a Section 21 notice has been served before the Renters Rights Act is enacted, landlords will have up to two months after the commencement date to apply to the court, as long as the notice is still within its six-month validity period.
The Government has provided a range of new and updated mandatory and discretionary eviction grounds for Section 8. These include:
Mandatory
Discretionary
The new Section 8 grounds include provisions for landlords wanting to move back into their property. This has been expanded to allow not only the landlord but also their children to move in. However, landlords must give tenants four monthsâ notice and can only serve the notice after a minimum 12-month tenancy period.
all ASTs will automatically become periodic overnight tenancies. Section 8 will be the main way to evict tenants, meaning landlords must rely on the newly expanded grounds for possession.
There is a restriction period of 12 months from the service of notice before the property can be re-let.
The Government has the power to dictate the format of tenancy agreements. It is expected to introduce a new standardised agreement that incorporates elements of the current tenancy agreement and the âHow to Rentâ guide.
Itâs unclear whether existing tenancy agreements will need to be redrafted immediately, and there may be a grace period for transitioning to the new format.
No, corporate tenancies are not subject to the new rules in the vast majority of cases.
The only wiggle room given to student landlords so far is the addition of ground 4A in Section 8, and the fact that private, purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) wonât have to use periodic tenancies.
Itâs unclear whether landlords providing non-purpose-built accommodation to students will receive similar exemptions at this stage, and itâs at the Governmentâs discretion to accept any proposed amendments by the Lords.
This remains a major concern. Without fixed terms, tenants could leave at any time, making it harder to manage void periods between academic years. The industry has raised concerns, but there are no confirmed exemptions or solutions yet.
When the Rentersâ Rights Act has a commencement date, periodic tenancies will replace all fixed-term tenancies. Put simply, this means landlords can raise the rent only through Section 13 notices, and you can serve only one per year.
Previously, landlords only needed to give one monthâs notice of a rent increase in a Section 13. Under the new legislation, however, they must provide two monthsâ notice.
No, landlords wonât be required to set annual rent increases at the outset of a tenancy. Rent increases must follow the Section 13 process, in which the landlord gives the tenant notice of the increase and the tenant has the right to challenge it before a tribunal.
The Government is not imposing fixed rent increase clauses in tenancy agreements as it stands.
You can serve a Section 13 notice up to four months in advance, provided the rent increase becomes effective after the tenant has spent 12 months in the tenancy. At a minimum, you must give two monthsâ notice of a rent increase.
It depends. This is a key concern raised by members of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords, as well as industry experts. The Government has accepted an amendment that would allow them to backdate rent increases if the FTT became inundated with cases.
The Government has acknowledged affordability concerns, especially in outer London and the Home Counties, where rents are still increasing. However, there are no specific new affordability tests for periodic tenancies beyond standard referencing checks.
Under the Rentersâ Rights Act, landlords will have a few reasonable grounds for refusing to accept pets. These include:
If a head lease specifically includes a âno petsâ clause, this right remains enforceable, meaning a landlord in such a property can refuse pets without violating new pet-friendly provisions. In these cases, landlords can still advertise properties as âno pets allowedâ and refuse tenants with pets at the application stage.
No, landlords canât charge pet fees under the Tenant Fees Act 2019. The Government also removed the option for landlords to require tenants with pets to take out pet damage insurance. The Governmentâs current stance is that the standard deposit should cover pet-related damage.
If a tenant moves in with a pet despite a valid no-pet clause, the landlord can either take action for breach of contract or seek resolution through the redress scheme or court.
If the tenancy was originally an Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) and later transitions to the new periodic tenancy under the reform, landlords may be required to reassess the pet request. If the property is deemed suitable for pets, the landlord may not have grounds to refuse.
According to the government guidance document, "landlords wonât need to change or re-issue existing written tenancy agreements. Instead, they will need to provide tenants with a copy of a government-produced information sheet, explaining how the reforms may have affected the tenancy."
Lettings software like Goodlord helps you automate a wide range of compliance processes. Training staff and updating fee structures is essential, as renewal fees will no longer be viable.
The current tenancy deposit rules remain unchanged under the new system, meaning you can still take them in advance. Deposits must still be protected in approved schemes.
Yes, agents must hand over keys even if the first monthâs rent hasnât been paid. The new regulations require tenancy agreements to be signed before rent is collected, giving tenants the legal right to occupy the property regardless of payment.
This means agents must release the keys even if rent hasnât cleared, creating a risk that tenants will move in while in arrears. While this aims to protect tenants from unfair practices, it increases financial risks for landlords and agents if tenants fail to pay on time.
No, under the new rules, funds cannot be required before the agreement is executed.
You canât charge renewal fees since fixed-term tenancies are being abolished. Instead, you should revise your fee structures and communicate these changes to landlords ahead of time.
Charging for a Section 13 notice is one potential option agents should explore to help replace renewal revenue. Offering Rent Protection and Legal Protection services can also help plug the gap.
While legal support wonât be mandatory, letting agents and landlords should have a thorough understanding of the new Section 8 eviction grounds, as they will become the primary tool for regaining possession. If you cite the wrong eviction grounds, courts will throw out your application, further delaying an already cumbersome process.
The government is proposing a redress scheme, but there are concerns that it may not be efficient, given the Housing Ombudsman's poor track record of handling disputes quickly.
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