What is a Guaranteed Rent Scheme and Is It Right for You?
November 2, 2024
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TL;DR
The Renters’ Rights Act has made many landlords worry about losing control over their property, rent, possession routes and tenant-related problems. With Section 21 no-fault evictions removed from 1 May 2026, landlords now face a more formal process when they need possession.
For landlords who want less stress and more certainty, Citywide Housing Group offers a practical alternative through a guaranteed rent scheme, long-term commercial leases, no voids, no arrears, no repairs and no tenant issues.
What’s in This Article:
- Why the Renters’ Rights Act worries landlords
- How landlord control is changing
- Why traditional letting feels riskier
- How Citywide Housing Group helps landlords reduce stress
- Why guaranteed rent gives landlords more certainty
- FAQs
- How to get started with Citywide Housing Group
Introduction
The Renters’ Rights Act has changed the way many landlords think about buy-to-let property. Landlords are not only worried about new rules, they are worried about control: control over income, repairs, rent increases, possession and tenant-related problems. For many landlords, the key question is simple: is traditional letting still worth the stress?
That is why more landlords are now looking at guaranteed rent as a more stable, hands-off route.
Why the Renters’ Rights Act Worries Landlords
The Renters’ Rights Act has created concern because it changes the balance of risk for private landlords. From 1 May 2026, most existing assured shorthold tenancies became assured periodic tenancies, and new private tenancies are now periodic from the start.
This means landlords need to think carefully about:
- How they regain possession
- How they manage rent changes
- How they handle tenant disputes
- How they keep up with compliance
- How they protect monthly rental income
For landlords who already feel tired of managing calls, repairs, arrears and uncertainty, these changes can feel like another layer of pressure.
In our experience, many landlords are not against fair regulation. The real fear is losing flexibility while still carrying the full financial responsibility for the property.
How the Renters’ Rights Act Changes Landlord Control
The Renters’ Rights Act does not remove landlord ownership, but it does affect how landlords manage the tenancy process.
Renters’ Rights Act and possession concerns
Under the new system, landlords can no longer rely on Section 21 notices. Instead, they must use Section 8 and rely on legal grounds for possession. The NRLA explains that landlords now need to cite one or more legal grounds when serving notice.
For landlords, this creates concern around:
- Longer possession timelines
- More paperwork
- More legal uncertainty
- More reliance on correct procedure
- Greater stress if a tenant stops paying
This is one of the biggest fears landlords have. They worry that if something goes wrong, they may not be able to act quickly enough to protect their investment.
Why Traditional Letting Feels Riskier After Reform
Traditional letting already carries risk. The Renters’ Rights Act has simply made those risks feel more visible.
Landlords still have to deal with:
| Landlord Concern | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Void periods | Empty properties mean lost income |
| Late rent | Cash flow becomes harder to plan |
| Arrears | Mortgage payments still need to be made |
| Repairs | Costs can reduce profit quickly |
| Tenant disputes | Time, stress and legal pressure increase |
| Compliance | Mistakes can become expensive |
Even with a letting agent, the landlord usually still carries the financial risk.
That is the problem.
A letting agent may help find tenants, collect rent and arrange repairs, but the landlord may still face voids, arrears, repair bills and tenant-related issues.
How Citywide Housing Group Reduces Landlord Stress
Citywide Housing Group gives landlords a different route.
Instead of relying on short-term private tenancies, landlords can lease their property through a long-term commercial lease agreement. Citywide Housing Group’s model focuses on fixed rental income, no voids, no arrears, no repairs and no tenant issues.
Citywide Housing Group’s core landlord benefits include:
- Guaranteed Rent
- 3 to 5 year commercial leases
- Market rents paid
- No voids
- No arrears
- No repairs
- No tenant issues
These benefits match Citywide Housing Group’s existing guaranteed rent offer, including fixed rent, no late payments, no void periods, no arrears, no repair bills and a hands-off rental process.
Renters’ Rights Act pressure and guaranteed rent
The Renters’ Rights Act has made landlords think harder about risk. Guaranteed rent helps because it moves the landlord away from monthly uncertainty and towards fixed income.
Instead of asking:
“Will the tenant pay this month?”
The landlord can ask:
“Is my rent guaranteed under the lease?”
That shift matters.
It gives landlords more predictability, especially when the wider rental market feels more complicated.
Why Guaranteed Rent Gives Landlords More Certainty
Guaranteed rent is attractive because it gives landlords what traditional letting often cannot: consistency.
With Citywide Housing Group, landlords benefit from a clear rental arrangement before signing. Existing CHG guidance states that landlords are advised of the rent before signing, payments are made by automated BACS, and the agreed rent is the rent the landlord receives each month.
This helps landlords who want:
- Predictable monthly income
- Fewer calls
- Less involvement
- Fewer unexpected costs
- A longer-term plan
- More confidence in their property investment
For landlords with HMOs, family houses, blocks of flats or other suitable property types, this can be a strong alternative to traditional letting.
Why Landlords Are Looking for Hands-Off Income
The biggest landlord fear is not only regulation. It is time.
Many landlords are tired of:
- Chasing rent
- Arranging maintenance
- Speaking to tenants
- Dealing with agent updates
- Managing compliance
- Worrying about future rule changes
A property should be an investment, not a second job.
Citywide Housing Group’s process is designed for landlords who want a more hands-off arrangement. The CHG process includes preparing the property, bringing it up to the required standard where needed, and handing it over into a long-term rent guarantee lease.
That gives landlords a simpler path.
External Links
For official guidance on Renters’ Rights Act possession notices, visit:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/giving-notice-of-possession-to-tenants-before-1-may-2026
For landlord guidance on existing tenancies under the Renters’ Rights Act, visit:
https://www.nrla.org.uk/resources/renters-rights/existing-tenancies-renters-rights-act
FAQs
Yes, many landlords are concerned because Section 21 no-fault eviction notices have been removed. Landlords now need to use legal grounds under Section 8 when seeking possession.
Yes. Guaranteed rent can reduce income uncertainty because the landlord receives agreed rental income under the lease, even if the property would otherwise be empty.
Yes. Citywide Housing Group aims to pay market rents, with the agreed rent confirmed before the lease is signed.
Citywide Housing Group’s offer is designed to remove tenant issues from the landlord’s day-to-day workload. The landlord benefits from a more hands-off arrangement.
Conclusion
The Renters’ Rights Act has made many landlords question whether traditional letting still gives them enough control, certainty and protection.
The risk is clear: more regulation, more formal possession rules, more compliance pressure and more stress for landlords who already feel stretched.
Citywide Housing Group offers a different route through guaranteed rent, long-term commercial leases, market rents paid, no voids, no arrears, no repairs and no tenant issues.
How to Get Started with Citywide Housing Group
If you own an HMO, family house, block of flats or another suitable rental property, contact Citywide Housing Group today.
Arrange a free property assessment and speak to the housing team about securing long-term guaranteed rent.
Call: 0113 323 0678
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