Articles by Nick Clay
From ideas to reality: longer term tenancies and rent stabilisation
The duration of tenancies in the PRS is growing across age groups. So too is the profile of landlords. Recent research by the LSE looks at how these factors highlight the inadequacies of the current landlord-tenant relationship. There is an argument for reform, but only when backed up by proper enforcement.
Bright lights amid gloomy covid outlook- landlords provide helping hand for tenants
Over the first weekend in May, the NRLA undertook its second survey of landlords examining the impact of the coronavirus on the Private Rented Sector (PRS). Over 4,500 landlords responded. Landlords face reductions in rental income, extended void periods and difficulties in getting repairs done. Our members remain supportive of tenants, and receptive to tenant requests.
Landlords & their sparing use of Section 21: The evidence is clear & consistent
This post reviews a range of landlord surveys which have investigated their use of Section 21. Despite the range of samples, methodologies, and responses in these studies a consistent pattern emerges. A typical landlord rarely uses Section 21. When they do so, it reflects frustration with alternatives.
State of the PRS - 2018, Quarter 4
The quarterly landlords' survey undertaken in December 2018 and January 2019 was open to both members of the RLA and the wider landlord community. This survey focused on Finance & Investment. Those who completed the survey on-line were asked their views on a series of topics. Over 2,400 responses were collected.
State of the PRS - 2019, Quarter 1
This State of the PRS report focuses on the rollout of Universal Credit and the difficulties the roll-out has created for landlords. The research, conducted by Edge Hill University makes a number of recommendations for government.
State of the PRS - 2019, Quarter 2
This 'State of the PRS' survey focuses on the experiences of landlords at a time when they face increasing levels of regulation. Over 2,700 responses were collected. The results of the survey also feeds into our Landlords' Confidence Index.
State of the PRS - 2019, Quarter 3
In September 2019, we launched our third quarterly survey of the year. This survey looked at issues related to tax, finance & the wider supply side of the Private Rented Sector (PRS). With the survey being launched at a time when a General Election was becoming a stronger possibility, the survey also asked landlords to comment on potential policy issues.
State of the PRS - 2019, Quarter 4
The final State of the PRS report for 2019 looks at the investment landlords have made to meet the needs and expectations of their tenants. The survey also investigates attitudes to Good Landlord schemes and Property MOTs as a lighter-touch alternative to licensing. Finally, flooding dominated the news at the end of 2019. This report examines the issue of flooding in the PRS.
State of the PRS - 2020, Quarter 1
This survey looks at the experiences of landlords who let property to tenants who claim Universal Credit (UC). It shows that the experience of landlords in navigating the UC system remains problematic. The system, and not the client, is often the cause of rent arrears. The impact being that landlords become reluctant to let to tenants who require UC to meet their rent obligations.
