Articles by Victoria Barker
Notice periods extended in Wales but there will be some concessions
Landlords in Wales must give tenants six months notice by default of their intension to gain possession in most cases until 31st March 2021, Welsh Housing Minister Julie James announced today. The temporary extension to the notice period had been due to expire at the end of this month. However there are some concessions to the new notice period following extensive NRLA campaigning.
The evictions ban: Phil's story
Phil became a landlord at the start of this year, after retiring from his job due to ill health. His tenant stopped paying rent at the start of February. Phil says the tenant has been receiving Universal Credit payments as normal, and has been wilfully not paying rent. Here, he explains how the ban on evictions has affected him.
Gas Safety Week 2020: What landlords need to know
This week is the tenth Gas Safety Week, an annual week coordinated by the Gas Safe Register, with landlords being reminded of their obligations when it comes to keeping tenants safe. The NRLA has a vast range of resources including courses for landlords to learn more about gas safety.
Forum Spotlight: Cleaning arguments in HMO
Our forum is a brilliant place to ask questions and share experiences with other landlords. A member posted on our forum recently looking for advice and experiences of other landlords around tenants in her HMO who often have arguments.
Listen: Single mum Candy left struggling financially having received no rent this year
Landlord Candy has a tenant who has not paid rent since December last year and is ignoring all attempts to come to any payment arrangements. Here, Candy explains how the current ban on evictions means she is struggling to make ends meet.
Listen: How the eviction ban has affected one tenant during lockdown
The NRLA has heard from many landlords across the country who have shared how the extension of the evictions ban will affect them. We have also heard from some tenants about this issue. In this blog, renter Colin explains why he wants to see the eviction ban lifted.
How to: Seven simple ways to refresh a bathroom
Refreshing the bathroom at your property does not need to break the bank, and in this blog we will take a look at some small tips and tricks you can do at a reasonable cost, to revive a tired looking bathroom. NRLA members can benefit from a 5 per cent discount on most items at B & Q, including on bathrooms, thanks to the NRLAs partnership with Tradepoint.
Green Homes Grants: what landlords need to know
Landlords will be able to apply for Green Homes Grants, in the form of vouchers, from the end of September. The grants will enable landlords to improve the energy efficiency of their rental properties. NRLA policy officer Gavin Dick explains more about the scheme, and how landlords can apply for a grant.
