Industry news
News relating to the private rented sector from both England and Wales, affecting landlords.
Peers reference NRLA call for financial support
The NRLA was referenced multiple times in the House of Lords this week in relation to our continued call for more financial support to help renters pay off rent arrears built due to the pandemic.
It's Time to Talk Mental Health
There is much debate about the impact of Covid 19 on our mental health, and landlords are no exception. NRLA research revealed 40 per cent of landlords surveyed believe the Covid 19 pandemic has had a "negative or very negative impact" on their mental health.
Ministers Need To Support All Renters Not Just Students
The NRLA responds to today's announcement of an extra 50 million pounds of financial support for students in England.
Reactivation notices for possessions extended
Due to a last-minute extension on Friday 29 January, landlords can still use a reactivation notice for possession proceedings put on hold due to the closure of the courts in 2020 if they have not already done so.
NRLA launches podcast
The NRLA is launching a new podcast "Listen Up Landlords" to bring you the very best information, insight and analysis when it comes to renting homes, along with practical advice on how to make the best of your properties.
Government revises model tenancy agreement to allow for pets
The Government has revised its model tenancy agreement to allow for "well behaved pets" in rental properties.
Big Energy Saving Week
This week is Big Energy Saving Week, a national campaign aimed at helping people to cut their fuel bills and ensure they are getting all the financial support they are entitled to. The NRLA has been campaigning for some time for more funding for the private rented sector for landlords to improve the energy efficiency of their properties, and there are also plenty of resources online for members to learn more about this.
NRLA training: New courses launched
NRLA training has added two new courses to its offering this new year, shining a spotlight on renovations and property auctions. The two courses have been devised by Henry Davis MBA a property trader of over 30 years and offer practical advice on both buying properties and getting them ready for tenants.
Breathing Space: New rules will give tenants a 'break' from debt
A new scheme being brought in this spring will ban banks and landlords from chasing tenants for unpaid debts, by offering them a period of time to try to find a solution to their financial problems.
Rent Smart Wales fails accountability and transparency tests
An 'accountability deficit' exists within Rent Smart Wales, the nation's registration and licensing authority for the private rented sector, according to a report published by the NRLA today.
