The Property Franchise Group (TPFG) says the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) is already driving increased enquiries from self-managed landlords seeking professional support, as the group reported trading in line with expectations ahead of its AGM this morning.
The UK’s largest multi-brand property franchisor said its highly recurring revenue model across both franchise and licensing divisions continues to provide resilience against wider housing market volatility.
TPFG said it expects the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act this month to increase operational and regulatory pressure on landlords, creating a significant growth opportunity for professionally managed operators.
Ben Dodds (main picture), TPFG CFO, said the Group is already seeing “encouraging levels” of enquiries from self-managed landlords looking for help with compliance and property management as the new legislation reshapes the private rented sector.
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The update comes as brokers, lenders and property professionals continue monitoring the impact of the reforms on landlord behaviour, buy-to-let investment and rental supply.
TPFG also confirmed further progress in expanding its wider property and financial services platform strategy.
During the year, the group completed the acquisition of Smart Advice Financial Solutions, strengthening its financial services proposition, while also investing in Meridian HoldCo Limited, the parent company of Legal & General Surveying Services.
The investment broadens TPFG’s exposure across the wider property transaction market and reflects growing convergence between estate agency, mortgage distribution and property services.
The company said it remains encouraged by the long-term opportunities created through its evolving platform model, which is designed to diversify earnings while maintaining balance sheet resilience.
TPFG added that it continues to adopt a “measured and disciplined approach” amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, but said the Board remains confident in the group’s long-term positioning and growth strategy.
