Renters' Rights: Compulsory terms for new tenancies from 1 May!

When the tenancy reforms in the Renters' Rights Act come into force on 1 May 2026, if landlords don't include a list of compulsory terms and information in new tenancy agreements, they risk a civil penalty of up to £7,000 from the local council. Also, if landlords use an old AST from 1 May, they risk another civil penalty of up to £7,000. This video clearly explains to landlords the rules for new assured periodic tenancies (APTs): ✅ What landlords MUST put in new APTs from 1 May ❌ What they MUST NOT put in new APTs 👎 Which clauses won't be enforceable from 1 May. Clear, actionable tips from lawyer turned landlord and best-selling author, Suzanne Smith, who runs The Independent Landlord website and this YouTube channel, to help all in the private rented sector with free, reliable, practical content. Resources 📚 Buy 'The Good Landlord Handbook' on Amazon (affiliate link): https://theindependentlandlord.com/am... ➡️ Free newsletter: https://theindependentlandlord.com/su... 💎 Join The Independent Landlord Hub for extra support: https://theindependentlandlord.com/hub/ 🎯 Renters' Rights Free Resources https://theindependentlandlord.com/re... 🎯 Renters’ Rights Act: Written statement of terms: https://theindependentlandlord.com/wr... 🎯 Renters’ Rights: Guide to the Assured Periodic Tenancy: https://theindependentlandlord.com/as... ⏱️ Time stamps ⏱️ 00:00 Intro 01:43 The new Assured Periodic Tenancy 03:47 The compulsory terms and info 07:40 What don't give compulsory terms 08:00 What not to include in APT 09:49 Where to find help