What Every Tenant and Landlord Should Know

The Renters’ Rights Act came into effect in May, bringing significant changes to the UK rental market. But what should every tenant and landlord know about navigating the new landscape? In this episode, Sara and Lexie are joined by Jan Hitch from Propertymark to break down the new rules of renting and separate fact from fear.

Whether you’re a first time renter, an experienced tenant, or a landlord trying to understand your responsibilities under the new legislation, this episode offers practical, reassuring insight into what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what the future of renting in the UK might look like. You’ll also hear about the new rules around pets, the shift toward periodic tenancies, and why good communication between landlords and tenants has never been more important.

Are you renting under the new rules? Have you noticed any changes yet? Let us know your thoughts in the comments 💬

👉 VIDEO TIMESTAMPS ⏳
Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:28 Biggest Changes for Tenants
02:07 Landlord Responsibilities and Property Standards
03:55 Debunking Myths and Fear Mongering
06:43 The New Generation of Landlords
07:34 Improving Rental Stock
09:38 Finding Good Tenants: What Landlords Really Want
11:22 Pets in Rental Properties
14:03 Landlord Concerns Addressed
18:44 Periodic Tenancies and Long-Term Security
23:58 Understanding Rent Increases and Section 13 Notices
28:07 Fines and Professional Practice
29:23 Tenants- What to Watch Out For
32:20 The Two-Month Notice Myth
34:07 The Future of Renting

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