The Renters' Rights Act is now in effect. Are you prepared?

The biggest shake-up in lettings legislation in a generation affects every landlord in England. If you're self-managing, the new rules on no-fault evictions, tenancy structures and landlord obligations could leave you exposed.

• Section 21 'no-fault' evictions are being abolished
• All tenancies become periodic — no more fixed terms
• New mandatory landlord registration database
• Strengthened tenant rights on property standards
• Stricter rules on rent increases