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Expert opinion and explainer pieces, written by our Chief Executive, members our policy team as well as other experts from across the housing sector.
Blog: The Welsh PRS as we enter 2021
It's been a year like no other, but that has not stopped the landscape of the Welsh private rented sector (PRS) from changing dramatically. Across 2020 the NRLA has been working hard in the interests of its members and all good landlords across Wales. Here we take a look at all the changes that have taken place and the work the NRLA has done to help shape policy.
NRLA Wales launches 2021 manifesto
This week NRLA Wales launched its manifesto ahead of the Welsh Parliament election next year. In this blog NRLA Chief Executive Ben Beadle writes about the NRLA's six key calls for the parties standing in the 2021 Welsh Parliament elections.
Buy-to-let market update: December
Welcome to Buy to Let Market, a column aimed at providing you with recent criteria and product updates within the Buy to Let lending markets. Written by Doug Hall, of NRLA mortgage partners 3mc.
BLOG: Senedd Committee considers amendments for possession reform Bill
Wales' Equality, Local Government, and Communities Committee considered amendments put forward to the Renting Homes (Amendment) Bill last week. The purpose of the Bill is to give private tenants in Wales 12-months security of tenure. In this blog NRLA policy officer Calum Davies writes about the amendments.
Coronavirus: What should I do?
As the number of coronavirus cases in the UK climbs, landlords are asking what they should do regarding their lets. Firstly, it is important that any response is proportionate. There are a number of things landlords might want to think about now, and prepare for the future, should the outbreak escalate.
Bailiff crisis hit repossessions
BLOG: Section 21 - Going, going, gone ....
The NRLA will publish its response to the Government consultation on its Renters Reform Bill next week. The bill includes widespread changes and includes plans to abolish Section 21 repossessions. Here Paul Shamplina, Head of Property for Hamilton Fraser and Founder of Landlord Action shares his thoughts on the Government proposals.
Blog: Fair wear and tear - what landlords need to know
Every landlord expects a general level of deterioration in a property over time when renting to tenants. However, when it comes to assessing conditions at end of tenancy, what is considered fair wear and tear and when can you make a deposit deduction claim? In an exclusive blog Head of TDS Adjudication Services, Sandy Bastin explains.
How to avoid fake landlord scams
The NRLA has received reports over the last few months of prospective tenants who have been defrauded out of hundreds of pounds by criminals who have advertised a fake property to rent. In this blog we take a closer look at how the fraud operates, what to do if you think you are a victim of a scam, and the practical steps you can take to avoid being scammed.
Buy-to-let market update: November
Welcome to Buy to Let Market, a column aimed at providing you with recent criteria and product updates within the Buy to Let lending markets. Written by Doug Hall, of NRLA mortgage partners 3mc.
