The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 introduces a major change to how residential tenancies are set up in England. A significant shift for landlords is the removal of fixed-term tenancies. These changes aim to provide a single, simpler tenancy structure to benefit landlords and tenants.

The private rental sector in England is undergoing its biggest shake-up in a generation. With new legislation introducing stricter compliance requirements, heavier penalties, and increased tenant protections, many landlords who have successfully managed their own properties for years are now re-thinking that approach.

More households are reassessing space in early 2026. If your home feels tighter than it once did, this spring may offer the right conditions to move up.

It is important for landlords to understand what is changing and when the charges are happening. The Renters’ Rights Act is being introduced in three phases. As outlined below: