Landbay is set to host a broker-focused webinar examining the implications of the Renters’ Rights Act ahead of its implementation.
The buy-to-let lender confirmed that its latest Spotlight session, taking place online, will centre on the upcoming legislative changes and their impact on brokers and landlord clients.
The webinar, scheduled for later this month, will feature Carrie Kus, an independent housing sector consultant, and will be hosted by Alex Witham, regional account manager at Landbay. It is open to mortgage brokers and aims to outline what is already confirmed ahead of May, alongside what may follow as reforms progress.
Discussion will cover several of the core elements of the legislation, including rent increases, rental bidding and the removal of Section 21. The session will also look ahead to the introduction of Awaab’s Law and the Decent Homes Standard, both of which are expected to further influence the private rental sector.
A live question-and-answer segment will form part of the session, allowing brokers to raise specific queries with the speakers.
The Renters’ Rights Act is widely regarded as one of the most significant changes to the private rental sector in recent years, with lenders and intermediaries continuing to assess how reforms will affect landlord behaviour, compliance requirements and lending demand.
Rob Stanton, sales and distribution director at Landbay, said: “Next month marks a major moment for the private rental sector and it is vital all stakeholders fully understand what is changing and how it will affect the sector, landlords and tenants, particularly given the scale and pace of reform we are now seeing.
“There is already a great deal of discussion around the Renters’ Rights Act, but also a fair amount of uncertainty, which is why sessions like this are so important in helping advisers separate confirmed changes from what is still to come.
“By bringing in an experienced voice like Carrie’s, we want to provide clear, practical insight that brokers can use straight away, ensuring they are well-placed to guide their clients through what is a significant shift for the sector.”
