Introduction
Imagine this: You’re scrolling through property listings, excited about finally moving out of your parents’ place. You find the perfect flat, click “apply,” and instead of a friendly human, you’re greeted by a chatbot named “Alex” from “RentBot.” Welcome to the future of renting, where your next landlord might not be a person at all.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has found into every corner of our lives, and the rental market is no exception. Companies are developing AI-powered systems to handle everything from tenant screening to rent collection and even maintenance requests. It might sound like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s happening right now in the UK.
So, what exactly is an AI landlord? In simple terms, it’s a computer program that does the job a human landlord would normally do. These AI systems can analyze tons of data in seconds, potentially making the rental process faster and more efficient. But is that really a good
