Renters’ Rights Act Risks for Landlords

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Has your agent done everything they can to stop you getting fined?

Staying compliant is essential to avoid costly penalties and legal action

The upcoming Renters’ Rights changes introduce major legal and financial risks for landlords.

  • £7k fine for information sheets: If your agent hasn’t sent the PDF attachment or hard copy information sheet to your tenants by 31st May, you could face civil penalties of up to £7,000.
  • Section 21 removed and stricter Section 8 evictions: Landlords will face stricter notice periods and clearer grounds for possession. Councils will also be able to issue civil penalties of up to £40,000 for illegal evictions without going to court.
  • Changes to bidding and rent increases: It is now illegal to accept offers above the advertised price, and rent can only be increased once a year. Using outdated practices could result in legal action.


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Why landlords are switching to Stirling Ackroyd

Our size is your strength. We have the expertise and scale to ensure that no property falls through the cracks of the biggest legislative shift in decades.

  • Expert resource: While smaller agents are still “figuring it out,” over 2,400 of our staff have been trained on the Renters’ Rights Act by Propertymark.
  • Full portfolio audit: We have been auditing our landlords’ properties and tenancies to ensure they are compliant with the new rules. All mandatory notices have been served correctly before the May 31st cutoff.
  • Compliant rent increases: Our agents are following the correct Section 13 process for rent increases and ensuring landlords achieve the best return on their investment.
  • Correct eviction process: Section 21 is gone. Our agents understand the amended Section 8 grounds for eviction and the new notice periods, helping landlords remain compliant.
  • Rolling tenancy management: No more fixed terms. Our systems are already updated to manage the new two-month notice period requirements.
  • Ready for landlord database: We have systems and a dedicated team ready to help landlords register correctly when the national database launches, helping avoid unnecessary fines.


Contact the Experts at Stirling Ackroyd

55,000+

Landlords trust us with their properties

73,000

Managed properties

2,400+

Staff trained on the Renters’ Rights Act

No “switching stress” with us

Many landlords stay with under-equipped agents because they worry about the hassle of switching, even though it could put them at risk of significant fines. We understand, which is why we handle the hard work for you.

  • We can notify your agent: You don’t even need to have the difficult conversation — we can manage it for you.
  • We can collect the keys: Our team will handle the physical handover process from start to finish.
  • We can audit your properties: We will immediately audit your properties and tenancies and ensure, where possible, that you are compliant going forwards.


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