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Meet the landlord going the extra mile for his tenants and key workers during Covid-19 pandemic
Twickenham landlord Ben Khosa has spent the last few months going the extra mile for his tenants and supporting key workers in his community.
What will September hold for student landlords?
As we see the beginning of the end of lockdown, thoughts are starting to turn to what the 'new normal' will look like. For student landlords, this includes a fundamental unknown - what will happen in the next academic year? Meera Chindooroy, NRLA deputy director of campaigns and public affairs takes a look at what September could hold for student landlords.
Courts WILL hear possession cases from 24th August
Landlords have welcomed confirmation from a Government Minister that the courts will begin to hear possession cases from 24th August - providing greater certainty for the rental market.
Landlords put on brave face as impact of Coronavirus outbreak begins to bite
In March the RLA undertook a survey of its members examining how the Coronavirus crisis has affected them, their relationship with tenants and their property business. The survey finds landlords are nervous and feeling somwhat overlooked by government. There was however broad support for strands of the government's response.
How to: Paint like a pro three ways
When it comes to painting a rental property, some landlords may prefer to hire a professional painter and decorator to do this-others may decide to do paint themselves especially if only a minor touch up is needed. In this blog we explore three ways painting just like a pro.
Satisfaction levels rise for private renters
The proportion of private renters satisfied with their housing has risen, according to new data published by the Government this week.
Call of the Week: Rent arrears repayment
A landlord gave our advice team a call recently with a question about creating an affordable rent repayment plan for a tenant. The landlord gave the tenant a temporary rent reduction as they had been furloughed, however they are now back in full time work.
Blanket benefit ban ruled unlawful
Landlords are being reminded they should not have blanket policies that discriminate against benefits claimants. It comes after a judge has ruled "No DSS" blanket policy unlawful, after a mother was rejected by a lettings agency.
Section 21: Your views, your research
The RLA's Policy Manager John Stewart reports on what the RLA has been doing to protect members' rights in the face of government proposals to abolish Section 21. In this article John thanks members for taking time out to respond to surveys and providing the evidence base upon which our campaigning is based.
Additional HMO licensing scheme to be renewed in Camden
Camden Council has announced an additional licensing scheme is to be renewed for another five years.
