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November 6, 2025 50 mins

This week we're breaking down the brand-new Renters' Rights Act, the biggest shake-up to renting in decades.

We'll explain what it means for landlords, when it's coming in, and how to avoid the new penalties. From rent bidding bans and the end of fixed terms to pet requests, upfront rent rules, and £40,000 fines, this episode covers the lot.

If you own or manage a rental property, you can't afford to miss this

In this episode:

The Renters' Rights Act 2025 is now law, and it completely changes the game for landlords, letting agents, and tenants.

We unpack every key change you need to know about, including:

  • The end of Section 21 and fixed-term ASTs
  • New open-ended periodic tenancies
  • Rent increases limited to once a year (and challengeable)
  • The ban on large upfront rent payments
  • Landlord database & redress scheme (compulsory registration)
  • Pet requests – what counts as a "reasonable refusal"
  • New anti-discrimination rules (no more "no DSS" or "no kids")
  • The Decent Homes Standard & Awaab's Law rollout
  • £7k–£40k fines, stronger council powers, and rent repayment orders
  • Updated notice periods for all grounds of possession
  • The real timeline – when each rule takes effect

Whether you're a hands-on landlord, managing agent, or investor this episode tells you exactly what to prepare for before April 2026.

Landlords don't get caught out by the Renters' Rights Act.

Listen Now Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Awfoi9dUoU55k0D7uf64a

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-investors-corner/id1588273348

 

This episode is sponsored by Survey Network, Bridging the Gap Between You and the Professionals

www.survey-network.co.uk

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