A lettings agency is offering one-to-one guidance for landlords on how the Renters Rights Act works – and it’s also set up a special YouTube channel about the new law.
Nicol & Co, which has offices in Droitwich, Malvern and Worcester, is offering one-to-one reviews for landlords to explain the Act, much of which comes into effect in May.
James Gwynne, lettings manager, says: “As long as landlords understand the changes, they can prepare and be ready so that their tenancies continue to run smoothly.
“The big message from us is that landlords need to plan ahead carefully as these changes place greater responsibility on them staying compliant and up-to-date. This is where we can help.”
Landlords can book a one-to-one review by emailing lettings@nicolandco.co.uk.
Nicol & Co also has a YouTube channel called Behind The Board where landlords can find more tips and advice: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKWFtnD35Qa3a-ag2AO1B7QlSxOy87UW-&si=Uba5B1TYjbnSkLdZ
From May 2026 landlords need to state valid reasons for evictions under Section 8, such as rent arrears, anti-social behaviour or if the property is needed for occupation by the landlord or family members. Landlords will be able to serve a Notice Seeking Possession where tenants fall into arrears of four months’ rent or more, and by giving four weeks’ notice before court proceedings.
The new law will introduce Assured Periodic Tenancies, which roll on indefinitely, replacing Assured Shorthold Tenancies. Fixed-Term Tenancies will also be phased out. Tenants will be allowed to leave with two months’ notice, while landlords can give four months’ notice when there specific legal grounds that are allowed are involved.
The new law will allow landlords to make one rent increase a year, with two months’ notice. Tenants will be allowed to request to keep pets, but landlords can still decline with valid reasons within 28 days of the request.
The law also extends Decent Homes Standard to private rentals, with new safety, repair and energy efficiency benchmarks. The government is also launching the Private Rented Database and Landlord Ombudsman for all landlords to join for a fee.
This article is taken from Landlord Today