Industry news
Just 5% of rental homes now affordable for benefits claimants
Just five per cent of homes in the private rented sector are now affordable to benefits claimants, according to new research out this week. The data has come from the National Institute of Economic and Social Research, which said the figure has fallen dramatically from the 20% of rental homes available to those in receipt of benefits just five years ago.
Regulation change and student lets: Join the debate
Student landlords and HMO landlords are facing a double whammy, with the Renters’ Rights Bill and changes to Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards bringing significant challenges. Mia Rotaru, NRLA public affairs officer, reflects on the potential impact of these policies, and invites student landlords to take part in new focus groups examining the impact of changes on your student lets.
Exclusive member discounts as NRLA partners with Tapi
NRLA members can benefit from a 10% discount from Tapi Carpets & Floors as part of a new partnership announced this week.
Landlord court fees rising
Court fees for landlords will increase from the start of May the Government has confirmed.
How to prepare for the Renters’ Rights Bill: New guide goes live
A new guide outlining how you can prepare for the introduction of the Renters’ Rights legislation has gone live this week. While the Renters’ Rights Bill is still making its way through the House of Lords, the NRLA explains ways in which you can prepare for the changes we already know will be happening, ahead of time.
Commonhold reform: The future of flat ownership?
With the Government publishing its latest leasehold reform plans this week, public affairs manager, Ellie Bateman takes a deep dive into proposals to expand Commonhold - and what this could mean in practice.
International Women's Day: NRLA celebrates women in property
Inspirational women from across the property industry came together to mark International Women’s Day at the NRLA’s annual celebration this week.
Minister accepts supply-demand pressures increasing rents
The government has confirmed that rising rents are being driven by a lack of available housing, in the process emphasising the NRLA's stance on the supply crisis in the PRS.
Minister agrees rental supply crisis is forcing rents up
Treasury Minister Emma Reynolds has recognised rising rents have come about due to the mismatch between supply and demand in the private rented sector, with the NRLA warning the situation will get worse unless more is done to support landlords
Listen Up Landlords Live! Sign up for your free ticket today
As part of the NRLA's five-year anniversary celebrations we are inviting you to join us for a live recording of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords. We will be recording the show at Salford University's Digital Performance Lab at Manchester's Media City on April 1 with free tickets available for up to 100 members.
