You've owned the property for a year. The lease allows for an annual rent increase. It's time to review the rent.   So you do what you've always done: you increase it by the inflation rate (or whatever percentage seems reasonable), serve a Section 13 notice, and move on.   It's routine. It's simple. It's a tick-box exercise.   But here's the problem: in today's regulatory environment, that approach could invite legal disputes, tenant complaints, and regulatory scrutiny.   The

Navigating Rent Increases in 2026 and Beyond: A Landlord’s Guide to Compliance and Profitability In the ever-evolving landscape of the UK property market, the rules governing rent increases have become a focal point of confusion and concern for landlords. With the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act, many property owners are left questioning their ability to adjust rents in line with market dynamics while remaining compliant. We’ve all heard the whispers and the worries: