💛Renters’ Rights Act, Three Common Myths Landlords Should Understand 💛

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• Posted on 9th March 2026
• Category: Property Blog

⏱️ 4-minute read

The upcoming Renters’ Rights Act has created plenty of discussion among landlords across England. For many, the headlines have sounded worrying. Some even give the impression that landlords will lose control of their properties entirely.

In reality, the changes are more about adjusting how things are done rather than removing landlords’ rights altogether.

Although our agency focuses on property sales rather than lettings, many local homeowners ask us how these changes might affect them. That is why we want to help clear up a few of the common myths.

Here are three concerns we hear regularly.

🔑 Myth 1. Selling a rental property will become impossible

Landlords will still be able to sell their property if circumstances change.

However, the process will follow new rules. A landlord planning to sell will need to provide the tenant with four months’ notice. The new legislation also prevents this route from being used within the first 12 months of a tenancy.

Another key point is that if a landlord ends a tenancy to sell but then changes direction, the property cannot be immediately re-let for a period of time.

For landlords already thinking about selling, it can help to speak with both a local letting expert and an estate agent before making a decision. Understanding demand from both tenants and buyers often brings clarity.

💷 Myth 2. Rent increases will no longer be allowed

Rent increases will still be possible.

The main change is that they will follow a clear and structured process. Rent can usually be increased once each year and must reflect the current market level for similar homes.

Landlords will also need to provide two months’ notice and use a formal notice procedure. Tenants will have the right to challenge increases they believe are unreasonable through a tribunal process.

Local letting agents tend to have the best understanding of current rental values in the area, so speaking to one before adjusting rent is sensible.

⚖️ Myth 3. Problem tenants will become impossible to remove

Landlords will still be able to evict tenants when valid grounds exist.

The major change is the removal of the Section 21 process. Instead, landlords will rely on the existing Section 8 procedure.

This means a specific reason for eviction must be provided. These grounds include serious rent arrears or anti-social behaviour. Evidence will be required if the matter progresses through the courts.

While this approach adds structure, it does not remove the ability to deal with serious tenancy problems.

🏡 Why this matters for local landlords

Many landlords are currently reviewing their long-term plans. Some are choosing to stay in the rental market, while others are considering selling in the next few years.

Although we do not provide a lettings service, we regularly speak with local landlords who are weighing up their options. Some want to understand what their property might achieve if sold. Others simply want an honest view of the market.

If selling ever becomes part of the plan, even if it is a year or two away, early advice can make the process smoother.

💛 Estate Agency Done Ethically

We are proud members of the Ethical Agent Network.

This national group of independent agents assesses members against strict standards covering honesty, service, professionalism, and community care.

It means local homeowners can expect straightforward advice and a service built around doing the right thing.

If questions about selling a rental property ever come up, our team is always happy to talk things through.

Thanks for reading
Michael