Strong tenant-landlord relationships linked to longer tenancies
Original Article Summary
Some 68% of tenants say the single biggest factor that would make them stay in their rental home long term is the relationship with their landlord or agent, above rent levels, location, or the quality of the property itself. That is the headline finding from LRG’s Winter 2025/26 Lettings Report, and it points to something the […]
PropMatch Curated Analysis
LRG research shows 68% of tenants prioritize good landlord relationships over rent levels for long-term tenancy retention, with both landlords (72%) and tenants increasingly preferring indefinite tenancies as the Renters' Rights Act reshapes the market.
Investor Relevance
This research provides a clear competitive advantage strategy - focusing on relationship quality can significantly improve tenant retention, reduce void periods, and lower turnover costs. With average tenancies now lasting nearly 3 years and supply down 25%, retaining good tenants through better service becomes a critical profit driver.
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