In the bustling metropolis of Riyadh, a new edict ripples through the rental market, sending landlords scrambling. The Real Estate General Authority (REGA) has thrown down the gauntlet, offering a mere 10-day window for landlords to amend illegal rent hikes. It's a bold move aimed at bringing the housing market back in line with existing rules.

For tenants who already struggle to make ends meet, rising rent might be disastrous. REGA is now intervening to stop this problem, demanding that any rent increase that is not compliant with the law be immediately rectified. Things could get complicated if a landlord leases a property to someone else, believing they are doing it legally, but the former renter still wants their old apartment back at the old cost. The recommendation in these situations is straightforward: go to court.

What precisely qualifies as these infractions? It's a concern if the rent for a property in a city or governorate has increased arbitrarily or if it exceeds the amount specified in the previous contract. There is no getting around the fact that the rent needs to be adjusted, and the committee has set a deadline for doing so.

However, what if ten days pass with no change? The repercussions are obvious. The harmed party may still pursue compensation in court, and legal action will ensue. All of this is a part of REGA's larger effort to stabilize the rental mess, protect the rights of both landlords and tenants, and prevent the real estate industry from going out of control.

Landlords are currently under strict orders. You have ten days to do it correctly or you will have to deal with the consequences. It's a bold move that will undoubtedly change the Saudi Arabian rental market.