The Letting Experts

June's most asked questions - answered.

We read every DM and comment. Here's what's been landing in our inbox this month:

For tenants:

Can my new landlord raise the rent as soon as I move in?
No. Under the Renters' Rights Act, rent can only be increased once per year, and only with proper notice using the official Section 13 process. Any increase must reflect the open market rate.

What happens if my landlord decides to sell the property I'm renting?
A sale doesn't automatically end your tenancy. You have the right to remain until a valid legal ground for repossession is established and proper notice given (minimum 4 months for most grounds).

Do I have to pay for my own repairs?
Generally no, structural repairs and appliances provided by the landlord are their responsibility. You are responsible for minor wear and decorative upkeep. Your tenancy agreement should clarify the detail.

For landlords:

Can I still use a fixed-term tenancy for new lets?
No. From 1st May 2026, all new tenancies in England must be periodic (rolling). Fixed terms are no longer permitted under the Renters' Rights Act.

I want to move back into my property, what notice do I need to give?
You need to use Ground 1 (landlord occupation) and give a minimum of 4 months' notice. You cannot serve this notice in the first 12 months of the tenancy.

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We're halfway through 2026. Here's where the UK rental market actually stands.

Rental growth has slowed, average rents outside London are broadly flat quarter-on-quarter for the first time in years. This isn't a crash, it's a rebalancing

London rents are growing at 2-3% year-on-year, with Stratford, Canary Wharf and South London outperforming

Supply is gradually recovering but remains well below pre-pandemic levels in most regions

The Renters' Rights Act is now six weeks old, landlords are adapting, compliance is increasing

Tenant enquiry levels have eased from 2021-22 peaks but remain above pre-pandemic averages, demand is still healthy

The landlord exodus narrative is real but overstated, educated, professionally supported landlords are staying and doing well

The market is no longer driven by urgency. It's driven by quality, of properties, of management, and of relationships.

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