Latest Articles
The latest articles relating to the private rented sector. Looking for a press release? Head over to our press release section on the blog.
Students, tenancy deposits and avoiding disputes
Suzy Hershman, Head of Dispute Resolution at NRLA partner mydeposits, explains the main reasons for student deposit disputes, how landlords should approach negotiations, and how can disputes can be avoided.
Lowering energy costs this winter: essential tips for landlords
As a new season approaches, Mark Mcauley of NRLA partner Your Repair explains how landlords can prepare their homes for cooler weather, and how NRLA members can benefit from Your Repair's home emergency cover.
Wales: How the NRLA’s property management service can help landlords manage properties
NRLA Portfolio is an exciting new state-of-the-art property management platform. Designed for landlords, by landlords, it is included for free as part of the NRLA membership package and has a range of exclusive benefits.
The complete guide to protecting your property from electrical hazards
NRLA insurance partner Total Landlord explain more about the importance of protecting your property from electrical hazards, electrical safety regulations and what landlords can do to reduce the risk of electrical hazards in the home.
Government publishes damp and mould guidance, and promises simpler HHSRS system
NRLA Head of Policy James Wood explains more about the important updates landlords need to be aware of when it comes to property standards and safety, after the Government's HHSRS review were published this week.
NRLA’s exclusive property management service goes live
NRLA Portfolio is an exciting new state-of-the-art property management platform. Designed for landlords, by landlords, it is included for free as part of the NRLA membership package and has a range of exclusive benefits.
NRLA meets with PMs housing team
Renters reform was top of the agenda at a meeting between NRLA bosses and the Prime Minister’s housing policy team this week. NRLA Chief executive Ben Beadle and Policy Director Chris Norris were at Number 10 to discuss the vital issue of court reform to ensure possession cases are dealt with in a timely manner in the post-Section 21 era.
Research: Rent controls could see a third of landlords quit the market
More than a third of PRS landlords have said they would sell properties if strict rent controls were introduced in their area, according to new independent data.
Registered with Rent Smart Wales after this date? Complete training or you could lose your licence
Landlords who registered with the licensing body Rent Smart Wales after July 2020 are reminded that they must take an approved Renting Homes Wales training course, or they risk losing their licence.
NRLA Wales campaigning update
NRLA Wales Operations Manager Steven Bletsoe explains more about the NRLA's latest research findings and the positive campaigns work the association is doing to bring about positive change.
