What the proposed landlord database could mean for agents
The UK Government intends to begin a regional rollout of a Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database in England from late 2026. Its legal framework is already in the Renters’ Rights Act 2025; but questions remain about how the system will work, what information users must provide, and how much time agents and landlords will have to prepare. The final design must reflect how agencies operate to avoid adding a significant new layer of data entry, checks, and liability to every instruction.
Stamp Duty changes ruled out as housing priorities take shape
Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first days in office have brought several announcements and appointments with implications for the property sector. Angela Rayner has returned as Housing Secretary, rent controls have been ruled out for England, targeted business rates support has been announced, and Burnham has confirmed that Stamp Duty will not change at the Autumn Budget.
Soaring landlord departures masked by growth of build-to-rent
More than 834,000 homes have left the UK private rented sector over the past decade, but a rise in new listings—driven partly by Build to Rent—means that rental supply is currently at its highest level for seven years. Professional agents play a crucial role in helping landlords understand their obligations, adapt to regulatory change, and operate successfully. Supporting responsible landlords to remain in the market is vital if tenants are to have access to an adequate choice of safe, affordable, and suitable homes.
Propertymark guides agents on selling rented property under the Renters’ Rights Act
Since 1 May 2026, landlords who want to sell a tenanted property must rely on specific possession grounds under Section 8 of the Housing Act 1988. For sales agents and auctioneers, this changes how rented property is valued, marketed and sold. Sellers may still be able to sell with vacant possession, but the process is no longer as straightforward as many landlords expect.
Selling property under the Renters’ Rights Act
The Act changes the process of selling tenanted property. There are new grounds for possession, key legal requirements, practical considerations for sales agents and auctioneers, and ways to manage marketing, tenant expectations, and compliance throughout the transaction.
UK Government shares vision of robust, timely, and granular PRS data
The Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has published a new data collection strategy to support monitoring of the private rented sector (PRS) and evaluate the impact of the Renters’ Rights Act in England. The paper sets out how surveys, local authority data, court and tribunal data, the new PRS Database, Ombudsman Information, and market evidence will be utilised to assess how the reforms are working in practice.
Deep dive: What agents need to know about enhanced council entry powers
Local housing authorities in England have gained new investigatory powers under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, including the ability to enter rental sector business premises as part of enforcement activity. Officers can request and seize documents, but their powers are not unlimited. Agents should know what officers can lawfully ask for, what notice should be given in routine cases, and what protections apply to legally confidential material.
English Housing Survey presents baseline for PRS before Renters’ Rights Act
Published on 14 May 2026, the survey looks at renters’ satisfaction, tenancy security, eviction practices, barriers to renting, and complaints handling. It shows that many tenants report positive experiences, but there are still clear pressure points, especially for people receiving housing support, households with a long-term illness or disability, and renters who need to raise a complaint. The key test will be whether the Act raises standards, improves enforcement, supports effective redress, and ensures landlords and agents have the confidence to keep providing homes.
Supporting property agents to adapt
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 introduces the biggest changes to the private rented sector in England for over 30 years. In this guide, we outline the key things you need to know and what you need to think about to help you adapt.
Student rental market, what letting agents need to know
Under the Renters' Rights Act 2025, landlords won’t be able to give notice to tenants without a reason. The UK Government has created an exception to this, which will allow landlords renting Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) to full-time students to gain possession. This guide outlines the details.
10 key changes landlords need to know
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 will bring significant changes for landlords across England. This guide has been created to support landlords through the transition, it also highlights how professional letting agents can help ensure compliance, reduce risk and manage tenancies with confidence.
Quick guide for tenants
This practial guide explains how the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 affects tenants, from open-ended tenancies and rent increases to pets, property standards and eviction protections. Designed to simplify the new rules, it helps tenants understand their rights, responsibilities and what to expect from landlords and letting agents.
Tribunal fees reform must not distract from wider court pressure
Letting agents in England should be aware of a new tiered fee framework for the Property Chamber of the First-tier Tribunal, introduced to support the new and amended rights created by the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. Fee reform may help create a more consistent tribunal framework, but it cannot be a substitute for the wider investment, reform and operational improvements needed across the justice system.
Councils handed cash boost to enforce Renters’ Rights Act
Propertymark welcomes the announcement of millions of pounds in additional financial support to help councils identify non-compliant landlords, improve housing standards, and ensure tenants are protected under the new legislative framework. It is vital that this funding is sustained and used strategically to build long-term capacity, not just for short-term fixes.
No such thing as a universally Renters’ Rights compliant Terms of Business
Whilst it is best practice for letting agents to review their Terms of Business ahead of the reforms kicking in, especially if they are making changes to the type of services they offer to clients, there is no requirement for these business-specific documents to be formally Renters’ Rights compliant.
New ways of working: a letting agent's guide
Historically, many agents relied on predictable fee structures such as renewal fees, contract reissues, and negotiation charges tied to fixed-term tenancy cycles. As renewal events change, and rent increases follow a statutory process, professional letting agents should seize this opportunity to redesign service level fee schedules around ongoing value and compliance expertise.