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Renters’ Rights Act comes into force ending no fault evictions for 11 million private tenants

The Independent·Vicky Shaw·about 1 month ago
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Eleven million private tenants in England will gain stronger rights and protections from this Friday, transforming their experiences in the sector. The new Renters’ Rights Act abolishes Section 21 'no-fault' evictions, ensuring landlords must now provide a valid justification for removal. Landlords must also reasonably consider renters’ requests to live with a pet. Tenancies will shift from fixed contracts to rolling month-to-month or week-to-week agreements, providing greater flexibility. Tenants can end these with two months’ notice. There are also fairer rent rules , with landlords only able to raise rents once a year and tenants able to challenge unfair hikes. Potential bidding wars should be avoided as landlords must stick to no more than the advertised rent price. Landlords can now only ask for up to one month’s rent upfront and they cannot refuse tenants because they receive benefits or have children.…

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