Renters’ Rights Act: Introducing flatfair Tenant Guarantor

The Renters’ Rights Act is the biggest change to renting in a generation, and the first major reforms will take effect from 1 May 2026. From this date, all new and existing tenancies will move to open-ended periodic agreements, Section 21 will be abolished, rent increases will be limited to once a year, and restrictions on bidding wars and rent-in-advance will come into force.

These changes give renters more stability — but they also mean landlords and agents will need stronger, smarter ways to manage risk.

Introducing flatfair’s Tenant Guarantor

To support the sector through this transition, flatfair is developing a Tenant Guarantor product that offers extra protection and gives landlords confidence when taking on new tenants, particularly in a more regulated environment.

Welcoming Heimstaden to flatfair

We’re also proud to have signed Heimstaden, one of Europe’s leading build-to-rent landlords, to our new guarantor solution — helping them offer a simpler, fairer and more secure renting experience across their UK portfolio.

A fairer future for renting

As the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force, flatfair will continue building products that protect landlords while keeping renting fair and accessible for tenants.
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If you’d like to learn how flatfair can support your portfolio ahead of the 2026 changes, our team is here to help.