Articles by Sally Walmsley
NRLA win on unfair HMO tax
A controversial system which has seen council tax bills soar for HMO landlords is set to be axed following pressure from the NRLA. The Government has mooted plans to end the unfair practice of disaggregation of HMOs, announcing a public consultation on the issue this week.
New Renting Homes (Wales) guidance
Two months after implementation it is clear that the Renting Homes (Wales) legislation still has a number of significant grey areas. To help members understand their obligations the NRLA has expanded guidance on Renting Homes (Wales).
How to draught-proof your property
Need to draught proof a window in your property? Making sure the right draught proofing is in place is important in order to keep heat in. Fortunately, it is fairly simple to fit rubber self-adhesive draught excluder strips yourself. Whether you need to draught proof one window or several, here NRLA partner B&Q (TradePoint) takes a closer look at the tools you need - and how to do it.
Select Committee throws its weight behind NRLA plans
NRLA proposals for major court reform, a review of landlord taxes and exemptions for student landlords set to be hit by the abolition of the fixed term have been backed by the influential Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Select Committee. NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle explains more.
NLRA podcast: Latest episode on exclusive PRS report
In our latest episode of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords, presenters NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle and Richard Blanco welcome experts from across the property industry to examine new research focussing on the private rented sector and its wider role within society.
Rent-to-Rent: NRLA CEO gives evidence to Supreme Court
NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle has submitted evidence to the Supreme Court in a high-profile appeal centring on a rent-to-rent arrangement. The association applied to intervene in the Rakusen v Jepsen Supreme Court appeal, on the basis the outcome could have far-reaching implications.
Online event to launch new PRS research
The NRLA will hold an exclusive report launch and panel discussion about the role of the private rented sector (PRS) this month. The report, commissioned by the NRLA and conducted by Chris Walker from ChamberlainWalker and a former Head of Housing at Policy Exchange, looks at the purpose of the private rented sector, with the discussion centring on its role amidst the current chronic housing shortage and affordability crisis.
How to keep your property warm
As the weather gets cooler and with bills on the rise, more of us are looking for ways to keep warm, without breaking the bank. In the latest video from NRLA partner TradePoint (B&Q), the company shares some advice for keeping the heat in during cooler weather. This advice can apply to homeowners too, and not just landlords.
NRLA's anti-social behaviour plan shared with minister
The NRLA has written to housing minister Felicity Buchan reiterating its calls for the Government to beef up plans to clamp down on anti-social behaviour in the PRS. The letter outlines the NRLA's proposals on how the Government's rental reform plans could be developed to strengthen its stance on anti-social behaviour.
NRLA addresses Government roundtables
The NRLA has addressed two Government roundtables this week – on anti-social behaviour and student tenancies. Housing Minister Felicity Buchan and other stakeholders were in attendance at both meetings, which were organised at the request of the NRLA in response to Government plans outlined in its Rental Reform White Paper.
