The Renters’ Rights Act starts this week. Now the real work begins
The Renters’ Rights Act transforms the PRS, abolishing Section 21 and reshaping tenancies, compliance and risk for landlords and agents in England.
Renters’ Rights Act implementation day: Your April action plan
With only one month to go until the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect, this guide will help you understand and prepare for the upcoming changes.
The Renters’ Right Act information sheet 2026: What agents and landlords MUST do
The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) has released a new information sheet on the Renters’ Rights Act. Here’s what that means for letting agents and landlords.
The Decent Homes Standard in the Renters’ Rights Act: How to evolve alongside new standards
Under the Renters’ Rights Act, a new Decent Homes Standard will apply across the Private Rented Sector, creating a single minimum standard for rented homes.
Section 21 notice abolished: Is your agency prepared?
On 1 May 2026, Section 21 no-fault evictions will be abolished. Here’s how you can future-proof your agency and steal a march on your competition.
Awaab’s Law: A letting agent’s guide
Awaab’s Law, part of the Renters' Rights Act, will enforce standards for safe and secure homes in the social and private rental sector. This is what letting agents need to know.
What is a Section 8 Notice? (And how to serve one)
Once the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force on 1st May, Section 8 notices will be the primary method of evicting tenants. Here’s what letting agents need to know.
How to serve Section 13 notices (quickly and compliantly)
Section 13 will be the only way for landlords to raise rents from 1 May 2026, when the Renters’ Rights Act comes into effect. Here’s how to prepare for the changes.
Renters' Rights Act 2026 guide: Implementation timelines, no-fault evictions, and more
The first implementation phase of the Renters' Rights Act will begin on May 1, 2026. Section 21 evictions will be abolished, and all ASTs will become periodic tenancies.
Periodic tenancies: How agencies can prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act
The Renters’ Rights Act will abolish fixed terms and make all tenancies periodic. While this could cause problems, it’s not all doom and gloom.
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Understanding housing discrimination: A guide for landlords and agents
The Renters’ Rights Act expands protections for tenants. Learn what it means for housing discrimination laws and landlord responsibilities.
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No more bidding wars: How the new rules will change the way you let
Explore the government’s ban on rental bidding wars, its impact on landlords, agents, and tenants, and the unintended consequences facing the PRS.
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The one thing agents can't ignore about the new PRS Ombudsman
The Renters' Rights Act will introduce a new Private Rented Sector Ombudsman. While joining will be compulsory for landlords, agents also need to stay vigilant.
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PRS Database explained: The new compliance risk letting agents need to act on
Discover what the new Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database means for landlords and letting agents. Learn about compliance, penalties, and how to prepare.
8 unintended consequences of the rent in advance ban (and how to mitigate them)
From May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act will cap upfront rent at one month. Discover what's changing, the unintended consequences, and how Goodlord can help.
Let Without Limits: Is Renting Broken?
This report examines four structural challenges shaping the lettings market, based on research with 2,650 agents, landlords and tenants. Each chapter focuses on one challenge in detail, explaining how it affects performance, value and day-to-day operations, and what agents need to change to respond.
The Renters' Rights Act ebook: 10 problems you won't see coming (and how to fix them like a pro)
An ebook for letting agents breaking down ten operational problems caused by the Renters’ Rights Act and how to address them in day-to-day processes.
Renters' Rights Act: FAQs for Letting Agents
Everything letting agents need to know about the Renters’ Rights Act. FAQs on existing tenancies, student lets, and preparing your business for change.
The Renters' Rights Act Implementation: FAQs
Clear, practical answers to common Renters’ Rights Act questions from letting agents. Based on real implementation concerns raised by agents.
Your guide to the Renters' Rights Bill
This ebook provides practical advice to help letting agents navigate the Renters' Rights Bill.