How will the new Act affect Rent-to-Rent (R2R) agreements?

The Act will impact all Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) from 1st May 2026, which includes the underlying tenancies in Rent-to-Rent models. If you are engaged in Rent-to-Rent, you must seek independent legal advice to ensure your superior and sub-tenancy agreements are compliant with the new possession and rent increase rules.