We have been waiting for the Renters’ Rights Act for a long time and the first major phase is set to go live on 1st May 2026. It is the most significant overhaul of the private rented sector in nearly 40 years. The Act introduces fundamental changes to how tenancies are managed and terminated, with some of the key changes being: 

• The abolishment of Section 21’s. The “no-fault” eviction process is being replaced by a strengthened Section 8 framework;
• Rental bidding is now prohibited, properties must be marketed at a set price, and landlords are legally forbidden from accepting offers above the advertised rate;
• All tenancies will move to a rolling monthly structure. The concept of a “fixed term” is being retired, allowing tenants to give two months’ notice at any point and
• Landlords are now required to give “reasonable consideration” to pet requests, and you must adhere to strict processes regarding rent increases.

We ensure all of our managed properties and landlords are up to date and one of the impending things we will do is the distribution of the Government issued Information Sheet. For all existing tenancies, landlords must issue this Information Sheet by the 31^st of May. Failure to provide this document or failure to adhere to the new, complex notice periods can result in civil penalties of up to £7,000, whilst serious or repeat breaches regarding tenant rights can see fines rise as high as £40,000.

We are here to help, if you are currently self-managing, you do not have to navigate this shift alone. We offer fully managed services specifically designed to protect you during this transition; from ensuring your property is compliant to handling the new Section 13 rent increase process.

Let us ensure your property remains protected and fully compliant before the 1st May deadline.

To learn more about how Armitstead Barnett can help you, please contact me on 01995 6031980 or mjackson@abarnett.co.uk