How property management can help landlords beat the Renters’ Rights Bill?
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- 05 Jun 2025
How property management can help landlords beat the Renters’ Rights Bill?
The challenge facing self-managed landlords
Landlords managing properties on their own often underestimate the time, cost, and regulatory complexity involved. Without expert support, it’s easy to fall behind on:
- New compliance rules
- Timely maintenance and repairs
- Attracting high-quality, long-term tenants
- Achieving optimal rental income
With the Renters’ Rights Bill set to come into force from October 2025, the stakes are getting higher. Landlords will face stricter tenancy structures, increased enforcement of repair standards, and limited flexibility on rent increases.
Why switching to professional management makes financial sense
Many landlords hesitate to pay a management fee, assuming it will reduce their profits. But the reality is, effective property management can actually increase income, reduce risk, and create long-term value.
1. Avoiding legal penalties
Non-compliance with the upcoming rules, such as failing to meet Decent Homes Standards, could lead to fines of up to £40,000. Property managers help landlords stay compliant with evolving legislation, minimising legal exposure.
Example:
Annual rent: £30,000
Standard management fee (6%): £1,800
Potential fine avoided: £40,000
Net benefit: Legal peace of mind and up to £38,200 saved
2. Maximising monthly rental income
Professional managers can analyse the market, identify undervalued assets, and recommend smart improvements that raise the rental price, often well beyond what self-managed landlords can achieve.
How it works:
- Regular rent reviews aligned with market trends
- Low-cost upgrades that justify higher rent
- Better marketing to attract premium tenants
- Reduced void periods through strategic lettings
A case study from Druce: a 50% income uplift in Notting Hill
One landlord in Notting Hill was letting a three-bedroom flat for £1,777/month — until damp issues and outdated interiors started affecting livability and rentability.
Through a comprehensive refurbishment — including damp-proofing and full interior modernisation — the monthly rental income increased to £2,800/month, a 56% uplift.
- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“My flat developed a serious damp problem. Druce guided me brilliantly from start to finish, managing a challenging refurbishment project skillfully and responsively.”
— Verified Trustpilot review
3. Better tenants, fewer voids
Tenant quality directly affects income and property conditions. Property managers bring in long-term, well-screened tenants through trusted networks — often corporate or relocation professionals — reducing turnover and the cost of vacant periods.
Example:
1-month void avoided: £2,500 saved
- higher tenant satisfaction = longer tenancy
4. Round-the-clock maintenance and compliance peace of mind
Under the Renters’ Rights Bill, landlords must now meet the Decent Homes Standard, including strict deadlines for fixing damp, mould, or disrepair. Delays can lead to penalties or tenant claims.
With 24/7 maintenance support, reported issues are logged, prioritised, and resolved fast, ensuring tenant safety, protecting your property, and avoiding non-compliance.
Professional management also provides documentation and audit trails to protect you in case of inspection or disputes.
Discover how much more your property could earn
Ready to future-proof your rental income? Druce offers free consultations for landlords navigating the Renters’ Rights Bill and beyond.
Talk to our expert team today, and discover how much more your property
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