Industry news
Debt Awareness Week 2024: Support for those in the private rented sector
The annual Debt Awareness Week campaign, organised by charity StepChange, takes place next week, with landlords encouraged to support tenants if they are facing financial difficulties.The campaign, now in its 10th year, has a focus this year of supporting people to get debt advice.
Are more landlords selling up? Evidence from the courts
The question of whether landlords are exiting the market is a contentious issue even for official statistics. Here the NRLA's head of policy James Woods takes deep dive into the data – and looks north of the border to examine the impact of legislation change on the number of landlords selling up.
NRLA rents warning in Senedd evidence session
The NRLA warned the threat of rent controls – coupled with the introduction of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act – has seen rents in Wales soar. Steve Bletsoe, Operations Manager for Wales, told the Local Government and Housing Committee that from having the slowest rising rents in the UK, Wales is now recording the fastest rising as a result of this perfect storm.
The clock is ticking on rental reform
There are real fears the Renters (Reform) Bill could fall as it approaches the final furlong, with no date announced for its third reading in the Commons.The Bill was conspicuous by its absence from next week’s list of Parliamentary business, leaving just two days available before the House rises for the Easter recess.
NRLA and Crisis call on Government to provide clarity on Renters (Reform) Bill
Following reports in the media concerning the uncertain future of the Renters (Reform) Bill, the NRLA and Crisis have published a joint letter calling for the Government to provide clarity on the current status of the Bill.
Call for clarity on rent-to-rent
Landlords need more clarity on rent-to-rent arrangements, with the NRLA calling for better official guidance to prevent landlords falling foul of rogue operators.
NRLA launches new eLearning platform: Free course for all members
To celebrate the launch of the NRLA’s new eLearning platform, members can access one of our courses for free.
International Women’s Day: NRLA celebrates female landlords
It was a capacity crowd at the NRLA’s inaugural celebration of women in property held in London today. The event, organised to mark International Women’s Day, welcomed female landlords, agents, developers and investors to enjoy afternoon tea, listen to inspiring landlord stories, network and share their experiences of what is all too frequently considered a male dominated industry.
Lets with pets: What you need to know
Is the risk of renting to pet owners inflated? Following the publication of a new report by Battersea Cats and Dogs Home considering the importance of pet-friendly renting, Senior Campaigns and Public Affairs Officer, Eleanor Bateman, explores the issues.
NRLA: Budget 2024 fails to deal with PRS supply crisis
Today's budget has failed to introduce the pro-growth measures needed to help tackle the current housing crisis. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt MP announced a number of changes which will affect landlords, but failed to introduce bold proposals - such as changes to stamp duty and the reintroduction of mortgage interest relief - that could encourage landlords to stay in the sector and continue to invest.
