Lettings

The Renters’ Rights Act received its Royal Assent on October 27 2025 and will come into force during the course of 2026.

As has been said by a number of commentators, this represents the most radical shake up of the private residential rented sector since the Housing Act 1988 brought the modern private residential rented sector into existence.

Ensuring the renters listed on the tenancy agreement are the only people living in your property is an important part of protecting your asset but it’s the season for stowaways.

Landlords in England and Scotland are being urged to check the expiration date on their Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR), with many due to run out this year.

Would it surprise you to know, the younger you are, the more likely it is you want to become a landlord? The desire was confirmed by a new survey, conducted by Opinium on behalf of Market Financial Solutions.

Despite it being the biggest shake up of the private rental sector since the Housing Act 1988, it’s a case of blissful ignorance for many tenants. The lack of awareness was uncovered by research consultancy, Pegasus Insight, who found just 32% of tenants were ‘fully aware’ or ‘mostly aware’ of the contents of the Renter's Rights Bill.

If you’re moving from one rental property to another to gain a garden, there is a code of outdoor conduct that tenants should abide by. From weeding to watering, balconies and barbecues, here’s our essential do’s and don’ts advice for renters.