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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.
Today in politics: Renters' Reform Bill, referencing and Covid testing for students
Housing Minister, Christopher Pincher has told MPs the Renters Reform Bill needs to be taken forward in a 'considered manner' when urgencies of responding to the pandemic have passed in response to a written question. Elsewhere landlords and agents have been advised to be considerate of renters affected by Covid-19 when preparing tenant references and the Government has published full guidance on plans to allow students to go home for Christmas.
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.
NRLA calls for Swansea additional licence postponement
City and County of Swansea will be pushing ahead with an additional licensing scheme for houses in multiple occupation (HMO) in the St Thomas electoral ward, and to renew the scheme in the Castle and Uplands wards, it has been announced.
How to legally increase rent as the value of your property rises
NRLA insurance partners Hamilton Fraser share how landlords can legally increase rent.
Green Homes: What do you think?
Landlords are being asked for their experience of the Government’s Green Grants Scheme as part of an inquiry into energy efficiency. The Environmental Audit Committee is asking anyone who has tried to access the scheme how they have found the process and whether they have been successful.
Blog: Can under 35s qualify for the 1 bedroom rate under Universal Credit?
Universal Credit and LHA expert Bill Irvine writes about the exceptions to the under 35s rule, and the Government's "everyone in" initiative.
Call of the Week: Condensation
A member gave our advice team a call recently looking for some advice on how to tackle condensation, after a tenant had been in touch to report the issue.
Green Homes Grant: Lockdown guidance
Green Homes Grant installers can continue to work in people’s homes during the national lockdown, the Government has confirmed. The news comes as official guidance was updated to reflect the introduction of the new restrictions which will see pubs, restaurants, gyms closed as of November 5, with people advised to stay home wherever possible.
Lockdown: Government clarifies position on possession cases
The Government has provided important clarification about the enforcement of possession cases during the second national lockdown. In a letter to the High Court Enforcement Officers Association the Justice Secretary, Robert Buckland, has confirmed that during the lockdown there will be no enforcement of Possession Orders except for the most serious cases.
