Research by Dwelly shows 57% of landlords feel unprepared for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act, with many expecting letting agents to take the lead on compliance. Only 15% consider themselves very well prepared, while 7% admit they are not prepared at all.

Key concerns include:

• End of Section 21 notices
• New pet rights
• National landlord registration
• Shift to periodic tenancies and tighter rent/notice limits

Communication from agents has been inconsistent—only 23% of landlords have received clear guidance. Despite the phased rollout, 66% feel official guidance remains unclear.

Advice for landlords:

• Audit tenancy types, notice periods, rent review dates, and deposit statuses
• Align operationally with agents and request written workflows
• Model scenarios for voids, rent adjustments, and turnover under periodic tenancies
• Review ownership and company structures for regulatory alignment
• Use digital systems to streamline documentation, renewals, and inspections

Dwelly emphasises that proactive, organised landlords who treat compliance as a business discipline will navigate the transition more confidently.