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 Hytch 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