New pet rule
Im looking for a place to rent for the first time with my partner, and recently, as I'm sure most people are aware, the new renters rights act has come in, meaning landlords aren't allowed to do a blanket ban on pets. Despite this, we had a viewing a few days ago and I have a cat, and when asking about this, the landlord said no pets. I wanted to push it and at least ask for a reason why, as required with the new laws, but my partner and family advised not to, as it may make the estate agents label us as difficult and not want to deal with us, and the landlord could just deny us for a different reason. My question is, what do you think the best way is for tackling this issue and using the new laws to my advantage without ruining my chances for a place, as I dont see the point in the new laws, if I cant even request to know a specific reason as to why they won't allow pets, as is required. What is the best way to go about this when looking for a place and wanting a cat with these new laws?