Around 57% of landlords say they do not feel ready for the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act, with many expecting their letting agents to guide them through the changes.
The figures come from Dwelly, a PropTech platform that also runs a small network of lettings agencies. Its survey of landlords across England found that half feel not very prepared for the new legislation, while a further 7% admit they are not prepared at all. Only 15% say they feel very well prepared, and 27% describe themselves as somewhat prepared.
Asked which elements of the Act they feel least confident about, landlords highlighted the abolition of Section 21, new rules on pets, the creation of a national landlord register, the shift to periodic tenancies, and tighter notice period and rent increase rules.
When it comes to managing compliance, 42% of landlords say they will rely on their letting agent for advice and support. But only 23% report that their agent has already provided clear guidance, while 31% have received some initial communication. Nearly half—46%—say they have heard nothing at all from their agent so far.
Most landlords (71%) believe that the government’s decision to introduce the Act in stages will help make compliance more manageable.
A spokesperson for Dwelly said: “Although this legislation has been discussed for years, constant changes and delays have made it hard for the industry—and individual landlords—to gain clarity. What is clear is that landlords are increasingly turning to their letting agents for support. Agents will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth transition, which means they’ll need to focus on strong operational efficiency and proactive communication.”
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