With the Renters’ Rights Bill already set to transform the lettings landscape, agents also need to prepare for two major changes that will raise housing standards across the sector:

Awaab’s Law – introducing strict timeframes to investigate and fix hazards such as damp, mould and emergencies.

Decent Homes Standard (reformed) – modernising minimum housing standards and extending them into the private rented sector.

Both measures bring tougher compliance requirements, greater enforcement pressure, and a clear message: damp and mould are health risks, not lifestyle issues.

Our latest infosheet breaks down what’s coming, the timelines to watch, and how agents and landlords can prepare.

Read it below!

A new report reveals that 97% of UK letting agents want clearer guidance on pets in rentals as the Renters’ Rights Bill reshapes the sector. At Hub HQ, we spoke with agents and tenants this summer to understand their views on what constitutes a reasonable refusal of pets, preferred landlord protections such as higher deposits or insurance, whether businesses have begun adapting, and what tenants are willing to pay to keep pets. This insight is essential for anyone in lettings wanting to stay ahead of the changes before the Bill reaches Royal Assent.

When partners, friends or households move in without consent, a simple tenancy can become a major liability. Hidden occupiers risk licensing breaches, invalidate insurance, and under the Renters’ Rights Bill could expose landlords to Rent Repayment Orders of up to 24 months.

Our latest infosheet explains how to spot hidden occupiers, the risks they create, and why clear tenancy agreements and regular inspections are essential.

An MP. A Section 21 eviction. A £700 rent increase.

MP Rushanara Ali used a Section 21 notice to evict tenants – then re-let at a higher rent. Under the Renters’ Rights Bill, that move could land landlords with a 12-month re-letting ban, even if a sale falls through. With 30% of sales collapsing, this change could leave a serious cash flow gap and create tricky conversations for agents.

Get the full story and your options in our latest infosheet.

With the Renters’ Rights Bill extending notice periods and phasing out Section 21, timely and cost-effective debt recovery is more important than ever. Our latest infosheet guides you through every stage—serving a notice, court proceedings, evictions and enforcement, post-eviction debt recovery options, and alternative routes—while also highlighting how Rent & Legal Protection can safeguard you against legal fees, chase costs, and missed payments, giving your clients true peace of mind. Download your free copy now and stay ahead of the changes!

With the Renters’ Rights Bill extending notice periods and phasing out Section 21, timely and cost-effective debt recovery is more important than ever. Our latest infosheet guides you through every stage—serving a notice, court proceedings, evictions and enforcement, post-eviction debt recovery options, and alternative routes—while also highlighting how Rent & Legal Protection can safeguard you against legal fees, chase costs, and missed payments, giving your clients true peace of mind. Download your free copy now and stay ahead of the changes!

Our latest infosheet looks at a recent Court of Appeal decision confirming that fees charged before the Tenant Fees Act 2019 came into force do not affect the validity of a Section 21 notice under a later tenancy. This is welcome news for agents and landlords managing long-standing agreements. Read the full update and what it means for compliance here

As the Renters’ Rights Bill nears approval, an important amendment may exempt Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) from certain reforms, like ending fixed terms and Section 21 notices, if operators follow an approved code of practice.

This could encourage landlords to adopt PBSA models, offer portfolio restructuring opportunities, and help avoid unintended impacts from the new law. PBSA contracts differ significantly from traditional ASTs in tenancy length, eviction processes, tenant rights, and rent structures.

With student lets playing a key role in the rental market, it’s vital for landlords and agents to understand these changes. Download our infosheet for clear guidance on PBSA and staying compliant.

EPC upgrades aren’t a free pass to hike rents, say MPs.

Recent concerns highlight that some landlords are using energy efficiency improvements—especially those grant-funded—as justification for unreasonable rent increases. The focus isn’t just on whether properties meet MEES, but how that compliance is achieved.

Currently, landlords must ensure properties have an EPC rating of at least E. Exemptions must be formally registered, and rent increases linked to grant-funded improvements are under scrutiny. Enforcement is active.

With the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill expected to tighten these rules further, letting agents play a crucial role in helping landlords navigate both current and future compliance.

Our Energy Essentials: MEES infosheet breaks down what’s required, what’s enforceable, and how agents can support landlords responsibly.