The short answer
Review market evidence regularly for planning and ahead of renewal decisions, but change an existing resident's rent only through the applicable agreement and legal process. A market review is not itself authorization for an increase.
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Use a repeatable schedule
Record current rent, comparable evidence, costs, resident history and relevant renewal or notice dates. Review earlier if market conditions or property circumstances materially change.
Compare net outcomes
Consider vacancy, turnover work and the probability of a new lease at the proposed price. Separate the economic decision from the lawful amount, notice and effective-date review.
Example: annual planning
A landlord reviews rent each quarter but has an annual fixed-term agreement. Use the quarterly review to prepare options; do not assume it permits a quarterly price change for the current resident.
References and next steps
Use these references for the specific topic they cover. Local requirements and individual circumstances may differ.
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