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    Know Your Rights: A Tenant’s Guide to Renting

    26 days ago
    Know Your Rights: A Tenant’s Guide to Renting

    Clarity in a changing landscape
    Renting a home in 2025 comes with more protections and expectations than ever before. As the rental market evolves, so does the r[TB1] ules designed to safeguard tenants. Whether you’re moving into your first flat or considering renewing your tenancy, understanding your rights is essential to making informed decisions and feeling confident in your home.

    Security of tenure is strengthening
    Recent and upcoming rental reforms are shifting the focus toward longer-term security for tenants. No-fault evictions under Section 21, for instance, are set to be phased out, meaning landlords will need a valid reason to ask tenants to leave. This change is designed to give tenants greater peace of mind and the ability to plan their lives without the fear of sudden eviction.

    Your home, your safety

    By law, landlords must ensure the property is safe and habitable. This includes working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, annual gas safety checks, and proper electrical inspections. You also have the right to live in a home that’s free from damp, mould, or serious disrepair. If issues arise, tenants should raise them promptly and landlords are obligated to respond within reasonable timeframes.

    Deposits and protection
    Your deposit must be placed in a government-backed tenancy deposit scheme. You should receive confirmation of this, along with prescribed information, within 30 days of handing it over. When you move out, deductions can only be made for fair reasons like unpaid rent or property damage and must be clearly outlined with evidence.

    Rent increases must be fair
    Tenants in periodic agreements can only face rent increases once a year, and they must receive proper notice typically at least one month. Any rise must be reasonable and in line with local market conditions. If you believe a proposed increase is excessive, you have the right to challenge it through the First-tier Tribunal.

    Respect and privacy
    Your landlord must give at least 24 hours’ notice before visiting the property and cannot enter without your consent, except in emergencies. This right to quiet enjoyment ensures your home remains your private space throughout the tenancy.

    When things go wrong
    If you experience unresolved maintenance issues or feel your rights are being infringed, local councils and tenant support organisations can step in. Don’t hesitate to seek advice there’s more help available now than ever before.

    Be informed, be empowered
    Knowing your rights means knowing where you stand. With that knowledge, tenants can rent not just comfortably, but confidently.

    Get expert advice on your tenancy rights. Click here to find out.

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