🏠⚖️ Property Tribunal Cases Are Already Rising – What Does This Mean for Landlords?
We’ve been talking to landlords for months about how the Renters’ Rights Act is changing the way rental properties need to be managed.
Now, we’re starting to see some of those changes reflected in the numbers. 📈
📊 Tribunal Cases Are Rising
According to figures reported by The Negotiator, property-related tribunal cases increased by 56% year-on-year between April and June 2026.
The number of Property Tribunal cases was also reported to have risen 24% annually to 15,929 by the end of June.
These cases cover a range of property disputes, including rent cases, Housing Act 2004 matters and leasehold disputes.
The Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1 May 2026, with the first full quarter under the new rules covering July to September. Those figures are expected to be published in December.
💷 Rent Increases Could Be An Important Issue
One area landlords need to be particularly careful with is rent reviews.
Under the new legislation, landlords must follow the correct legal process when increasing rent, and tenants have the right to challenge a proposed increase.
If a tenant believes the proposed rent is above the market rate, the matter can potentially be referred to the Tribunal.
That makes having clear evidence to support a rent increase more important than ever. 📊
At M&M, we believe rent reviews should be handled carefully and professionally, taking into account:
- 🏡 Comparable rental properties
- 📊 Current market conditions
- 💷 Achievable market rent
- 📋 Correct notices and procedures
- ⚖️ The latest legal requirements
Getting the process wrong could result in unnecessary disputes, delays and potentially a Tribunal case.
🔑 Another Reason Professional Management Matters
Rent reviews are just one part of an increasingly complex compliance picture.
Landlords now need to be confident that their:
📋 Notices are correct
💷 Rent increases follow the proper process
🏠 Properties meet the required standards
📄 Documentation is up to date
⚖️ Tenancies are being managed in accordance with the latest legislation
For landlords managing their own properties, it's worth asking:
Are you completely confident that your tenancy is being managed correctly under the new rules?
If you're not sure, speak to the M&M team.
Our Fully Managed Service can take much of the day-to-day responsibility away from you, while helping you stay on top of the changing requirements affecting landlords.
📍 Supporting landlords across Gravesend, Northfleet, Gravesham and the surrounding areas.
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Source: The Negotiator, 11 September 2026, referencing Ministry of Justice Tribunal Statistics, April to June 2026.
