What changed from 1 May 2026
For most new private assured tenancies in England, the framework uses periodic tenancies rather than creating a new fixed-term AST with a fixed end date.
Written terms come before agreement
The landlord must give the required key tenancy information in writing before the new tenancy is signed or otherwise agreed. The written information can sit inside a tenancy agreement or be supplied separately.
E-signing can simplify the admin
A digital signing service can help send, sign and store tenancy paperwork. Keep the final document and a record of what was supplied and signed.
Propeo explains and signposts
Propeo does not draft a tenancy agreement or confirm that a particular document is legally suitable for an individual property. Check that any template you use is current and appropriate.
Landlord Vision - tenancy documents & landlord management
Landlord Vision provides landlord-management tools including tenancy documents, e-signatures, compliance reminders, rent tracking and property records. This can provide a simpler route for owners who want to organise tenancy paperwork in one place.
Check that any document you use is current and appropriate for your tenancy. Propeo does not confirm that a particular Landlord Vision tenancy agreement is legally suitable for your property.
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