Renters' Rights Act Q&A's

Reliable, quality, up-to-the-minute explanations of the Renters' Rights Act. Find the answers to the burning questions that affect you as landlords.

Renters' Rights Act Q&A's

Awaab's Law

Understanding the new requirements for damp and mould in rented homes.

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Breaches, Consequences, Fines and Appeals

What happens when rules are broken and how the appeal process works.

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Discrimination: Children and Benefits Tenants

New rules outlawing discrimination against families and those on benefits.

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First Tier Tribunal

The role of the tribunal in resolving disputes under the new Act.

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Notices: Section 8 and Section 21

Changes to possession notices and the abolition of Section 21.

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New Powers of Enforcement and Investigation

Enhanced powers for local authorities to ensure compliance.

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Pets in Rented Properties

The new right for tenants to request a pet and how landlords should respond.

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Rental Periods and Rent in Advance

Standardising rental periods and limits on advance rent payments.

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Section 13 Rent Increases

The new process for increasing rent and how tenants can challenge it.

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Section 21 Transitional Provisions

How existing tenancies move from the old system to the new one.

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Stating the Rent and Outlawed Rental Bidding

Rules against rental bidding wars and requirements for advertising rent.

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