Key Advice for Landlords Under the Renters’ Rights Act
- Look Beyond Yield
Rental yield alone is no longer a reliable indicator of a good investment. Landlords must consider:
- Long‑term suitability for renting
- Potential restrictions linked to planning or local authority rules
- Environmental or infrastructure risks that could impact tenant demand or resale value
- Carry Out Detailed Pre‑Purchase Checks
Under the new rules, discovering issues after completion can severely limit your options. Before buying, landlords should understand:
- Planning history and permitted use
- Flood, environmental and ground risk
- Local development or infrastructure projects
- Any red flags that could affect compliance or tenant rights
- Assume You’ll Own the Property for Longer
With rolling tenancies and tighter eviction rules, exiting an investment may take significantly longer than expected. Buying the right property from the outset is now critical.
How Intelligent Home Information Supports Landlords
Intelligent Home Information (IHI) helps landlords make informed decisions before legal costs escalate. Our Instant Risk Reports provide upfront access to regulated property searches, the same information traditionally only seen later in the conveyancing process, including:
- Planning and building control data
- Environmental and flood risk
- Infrastructure and transport schemes
- Local authority insights
Landlords can access a free Instant Risk Screening Report, offering an early view of whether a property is suitable to progress. Where issues are flagged, landlords can decide whether to walk away or commission more detailed reports, all of which can be shared with a solicitor if they proceed.
Why Early Property Intelligence Matters More Than Ever
Under the Renters’ Rights Act, mistakes made at purchase stage are harder to correct later. Early access to high‑quality property information helps landlords:
- Avoid unsuitable or non‑compliant investments
- Reduce financial and legal risk
- Make confident, transparent decisions
- Save time, money and stress
Renting Laws Are Changing. Your Buying Approach Should Too
Landlords navigating the new rental landscape must move away from reactive decision‑making and towards evidence‑led investment.
Whether you’re expanding a portfolio or buying your first rental property, Intelligent Home Information gives you the clarity you need before the commitment is made.
