The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on the 1st May 2026, but major questions remain for property professionals.In this Q&A special, hosts Richard and Lizzie answer the questions our audience are asking, including: whether fixed-term tenancies survive the transition, how the new possession grounds will work in practice, the impact on rent reviews and tribunal challenges, and whether the court system is realistically equipped to cope with the volume of disputes likely to follow.Richard also explores the grey areas already causing concern across the sector, including pets in leasehold flats, mixed-use buildings, Airbnb arrangements, student accommodation exemptions, and whether landlords may respond by increasing asking rents.Alongside legal analysis, the discussion considers the wider market sentiment emerging since the Act came into force, including concerns over supply, investor confidence, and the long-term consequences for the private rented sector.This episode is essential listening for landlords, investors, managing agents, developers, surveyors, and property lawyers navigating one of the most significant reforms to land law in decades.Get in touch! Training & Free Webinars for Property Professionals:Would you like to keep up to date with the latest in real estate law? Davitt Jones Bould offers legal training tailored to your organisation’s needs, delivered in person across the UK or remotely. We also run free monthly webinars through for surveyors, solicitors, and property professionals across sectors. To sign up or learn more, visit our events page here or email [email protected] for information and booking. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal or professional advice. No liability is accepted by Davitt Jones Bould for any reliance placed on its content. Get in touch!

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