The Renter’s Reform Bill : What’s All About ?
If you’ve been renting or thinking about becoming a landlord in the UK, you might’ve heard whispers (or maybe full-on arguments) about the Renter’s Reform Bill. It’s been floating around for a while, and now it’s starting to make some noise. But what does it actually mean for you ?
A Little Shake-Up in the Renting World
At its heart, the Renter’s Reform Bill is trying to modernise how renting works in England. The government says it wants to make things fairer for tenants while still protecting landlords. Sounds great on paper, right? But of course, not everyone’s thrilled.
One of the biggest changes? Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions are getting scrapped. That basically means landlords won’t be able to evict tenants just because they feel like it anymore. There has to be a proper reason. This is huge for renters who’ve been living in fear of being asked to leave even when they’ve done nothing wrong.
Goodbye Fixed-Term Tenancies ?
Another big change: fixed-term tenancies will be replaced with periodic ones. That’s a fancy way of saying all tenancies will roll month-to-month. Tenants can leave with two months’ notice at any time—even a day after moving in. It gives tenants more flexibility, but landlords? Not so much.
Landlords, Don’t Panic (Yet)
If you’re a landlord, this might sound like the start of a horror movie. But it’s not all doom and gloom. There’ll still be legal ways to regain possession of a property—like if you want to sell it or move back in. The rules will just be a bit stricter, and you’ll need to follow proper processes.
Plus, let’s be honest: good tenants and good landlords usually find a way to make things work, regardless of the law.
So, Is It a Good Thing ?
Depends who you ask.
- Tenants are likely to welcome the extra security and fairness.
- Landlords might feel their hands are being tied a little more.
- Agents and investors? They’re probably somewhere in between, reworking their plans to adapt to the changes.
Final Thoughts
The Renter’s Reform Bill isn’t about flipping the table—it’s more like rearranging the furniture. Some people are going to love the new setup, others might stub their toe on it. But whether you’re a tenant, landlord, or just curious, it’s definitely worth keeping an eye on how this bill unfolds.
About the author of this blog post :
Keerthikan Jasydaran is an Associate Partner at Empreso and CeMap qualified, currently training in mortgages and financial protection. With a strong foundation built through CeMAP and hands-on experience.
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