How are landlords navigating the complexity of potential applicants for properties?

Landlord facing uncertainty while reviewing tenant applications under new rental regulations

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12:01 AM, 16th June 2026, 23 seconds ago

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Hello, Since the Renters’ Rights Act came into force, I have been dreading any of our tenants leaving. The worst has happened and 2 have put their notices in out of the blue.

Previously, I have always had a good chat with potential applicants prior to viewings going ahead and if, based on the chat, they are deemed unsuitable for whatever reason the viewing has been refused.

Now, I am obliged to allow a viewing to everyone thereby having the potential to waste both parties time.

How is everyone coping with this?

Does anyone have a particular strategy that is working well for them?

Any comments will be gladly taken on board.

Thank you,

Susan

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Tags: finding new tenants, landlord applicant checks, Private Landlords, Renters’ Rights Act, tenant screening, tenant viewings

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