Renters' Rights Act: A practical checklist for landlords

What's changing?

• The new law bans discrimination against tenants on benefits or with children.
• Tenant selection must be fair and transparent, based only on financial suitability.

How to prepare

• Review your tenant screening process - ensure it complies with non-discrimination rules.
• Focus only on affordability, references, and credit history when assessing applications.
• Remove any outdated policies that might unintentionally exclude certain groups.
• If you are using an agent, ensure they are following the guidance on your behalf.