Leasehold Reform Uncertainty Spurs Uptake of Right to Manage
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Leasehold Reform Uncertainty Spurs Uptake of Right to Manage

By Jordan Hale, Senior Lettings Editor · 25 August 2026 · 1 min read

Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Newsroom from a report by Property118. Read the original article for full details.

Leasehold Reform Uncertainty Spurs Uptake of Right to Manage

Uncertainty surrounding leasehold reform has prompted more leaseholders to pursue the Right to Manage (RTM) process, according to a report by Property118. The trend has been observed over the past year in response to changes in leasehold reform.

The report highlights that the uncertainty is primarily linked to the long-awaited draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. This has led leaseholders to seek greater control over their properties through RTM.

For UK letting agents and inventory clerks, this shift may impact property management arrangements and responsibilities, as more leaseholders take on management functions previously handled by landlords or managing agents.


Source: Property118
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Jordan Hale
Senior Lettings Editor

Jordan Hale leads The Property AI's lettings coverage with a focus on UK rental legislation, agent compliance, and the day-to-day pressures facing letting agents. Articles bylined Jordan Hale combine current trade reporting with practical guidance for letting agents and inventory…

Specialises in: Renters' Rights Act, EPC regulations, tenancy deposit schemes, agent licensing, Right to Rent compliance.

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