Fleet Mortgages has launched a new guide for advisers and landlords, ahead of the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill.

The new publication, Getting Landlords Renters’ Rights Ready: A Guide for Advisers, has been created to help advisers support landlords in navigating the new legislation, which is set to reshape the private rental sector (PRS) when it is expected to receive Royal Assent in autumn and come into effect in 2026.

The guide outlines what advisers in landlords need to know about the key measures within the bill, such as the abolition of assured shorthold tenancies, new rent rules, prohibition of rental discrimination, extension of the decent homes standard to the PRS and new regulatory obligations.

It also includes checklists for landlords on each of these areas, helping advisers provide clear, actionable advice to their clients on how to prepare and protect their portfolios ahead of the changes.

Chief commercial officer at Fleet Mortgages, Steve Cox, said that the Renters’ Rights Bill is set to be the "biggest shake up" to the PRS in decades and its impact on landlords and advisers "cannot be overstated".

He concluded: "From the end of fixed-term tenancies and Section 21 evictions, to stricter rent controls and mandatory registration, this legislation will fundamentally change how landlords manage their properties and interact with tenants.

"Advisers have a crucial role to play in helping their landlord clients understand not only what is changing, but what it means for their tenancies, their compliance obligations, and ultimately the performance of their portfolios. Landlords who fail to prepare risk longer voids, higher turnover, and even being unable to legally let their properties.

"This new guide sets out the key measures of the bill in clear, practical terms, alongside actionable checklists advisers can use to ensure their landlord clients are Renters’ Rights ready. This is about equipping advisers with the knowledge and tools they need to stay ahead of the curve and provide real value to their landlord clients at a time of significant change."

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