New research reveals tenancy disputes affecting UK landlords are rising at 6% a year, with costs topping £5,000 in one in five cases, ahead of sweeping reforms under the Renters'...

Complaints to The Property Ombudsman rose 58% in the four months to February 2026, compared with the same period the previous year.

From 1 May 2026, renters will gain stronger protections, including limits on rent increases and fairer eviction rules.

The policy offers up to £50,000 in legal costs for disputes such as eviction proceedings, rent arrears and tenancy breaches.

Across England, the average landlord could see each property lose between £24,286 and £36,429 over a typical ownership period if upkeep is neglected.

73% of landlords remain unsure about some or most aspects of the legislation.

The agency is believed to be the first UK estate agency to secure CPD accreditation for training focused on the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act.

About 9% of homes in England, around 2.1 million properties, contain at least one Category 1 hazard.

Landlords issuing formal repossession notices under the new ground have a window between 1 May and 31 July to serve them on student tenants this year.

Demand for rental insurance products rose 41% between September and December 2025, coinciding with the Renters' Rights Bill receiving Royal Assent.