08/10/2025
🏡 Landlords – Big Changes Are Coming!
The Government’s Renters (Reform) Bill is set to shake up the rental market in England.
Here’s what it means for you 👇
🔹 No more Section 21 – “No-fault” evictions will be scrapped. You’ll need valid grounds such as rent arrears or breach of tenancy.
🔹 End of fixed-term tenancies – All new tenancies will be rolling (periodic). Tenants can give notice anytime, landlords will need a reason to end.
🔹 Rent increases capped – Once per year, with notice, and tenants can challenge rises above market value.
🔹 New Landlord & Property Register – Every landlord and property must be registered before being marketed.
🔹 Mandatory Ombudsman scheme – All landlords must join; tenants can raise complaints directly.
🔹 Tighter property standards – “Awaab’s Law” brings stricter rules on damp, mould and repairs.
🔹 Pets & Fairness – Blanket bans on pets and discrimination (e.g. “no DSS”) will be outlawed.
💡 What This Means for You
✔ Keep records of rent, repairs & communication
✔ Update tenancy agreements & notice procedures
✔ Make sure your letting agent is fully up to date with the reforms
✔ Price rent fairly – rental bidding wars will be banned
At Jordan & Halstead, we’re already preparing for these changes — making sure our landlords stay compliant, protected and stress-free.
Thinking of letting, or want to review your current tenancy setup? Get in touch with our Lettings Team today to see how we can help manage your property with confidence under the new rules.
📞 01625 789 060
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