benham and reeves

The Renters’ Rights Act is here. Are you ready?

England’s biggest rental market reform in nearly 40 years has significantly impacted how tenancies operate. Landlords are now being squeezed with stricter regulations and less margin for error.

  • Section 21 & fixed-term tenancies are now obsolete
  • Strict limits on annual rent increases
  • Non-compliance may result in significant financial and legal consequences

Overseas landlords carry the highest risks, being many miles away and often being the last to find out when something has gone wrong. As the market shifts, some landlords are already restructuring or exiting the market entirely.Interestingly, this creates a window of opportunity, with market activity being supported by investors taking advantage of discounted properties from highly motivated sellers. This represents an excellent chance to position yourself before the next market cycle.

Meet our UK directors, Anita Mehra and Marc von Grundherr, in Dubai for complimentary consultation sessions covering:

  • Understanding the legal & financial risks of the Act as an overseas investor
  • What should you do next: Buy, hold, sell or expand?
  • Exclusive access to limited property stocks up to 30% OFF
  • How professional management can help you stay compliant

15-16 September 2026

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC)

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Your Steadfast London Property Partner

For overseas landlords, having an experienced team on the ground is becoming increasingly important. Benham & Reeves provides support throughout the entire property lifecycle:

  • An established presence in London spanning over 65 years, with 21 branches covering the city
  • Dedicated team based in Dubai to assist your enquiries
  • End-to-end lettings & property management under one roof
  • Additional post-completion services: Furnishing, interior design & tax services

Book an appointment today to learn more.

Meet our experts

Anita Mehra

Anita Mehra

Managing Director

For 40 years Anita has been the driving force behind Benham and Reeves’ success as it has grown from a single branch in Hampstead, to one of central London’s oldest, independently owned sales, letting and property management companies. Anita's vision has driven the expansion of the business to offer a complete range of property investment related services from under one roof, from purchase to handover, furnishings and/or refurbishment to lettings and property management.

Anita has also spearheaded the company’s overseas expansion – it now has international offices in China, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Middle East, Pakistan, Qatar & Kuwait, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand and Turkey. She travels regularly, visiting the company's offices, meeting clients and discussing property investment strategy, as well as holding property investment seminars, often alongside notable banks, property developers and other international partners.

Marc von Grundherr

Marc von Grundherr

Director

Marc has been a board director since 2001 and oversees the company’s rental operations as well as developing new business. He is instrumental in the company’s expansion and works closely with Managing Director Anita Mehra to develop its core services.

Marc is a favoured contributor to national media as a property expert and can regularly be heard on the BBC, Bloomberg, Talk-Radio and multiple Global News channels. His highly analytical and straight-talking style is picked up by the UK’s press and ensures that he and Benham and Reeves are featured in the Times, the FT, the Telegraph and many other consumer and business publications frequently. Marc is also a proficient webinar and events host and focuses on unlocking the world of property investment for attendees. He believes in giving advice only that he himself would take and is proud of the long-term relationships he has developed with investors across the globe.