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The latest articles relating to the private rented sector. Looking for a press release? Head over to our press release section on the blog.
Tenant tracing: top tips for landlords
What is tenant tracing, and how does the process work? NRLA recognised supplier Landlord Action explain all you need to know, including top tips for landlords.
Landlord Confidence Index (LCI) No.18: 2023 Q2
Landlord confidence is now at record lows, even below the levels recorded in the early days of Covid-19. The trigger here is the Renters (Reform) Bill published during Spring 2023. Note we present a new scale for landlord confidence, the methodology is the same, and the data is consistent with previous surveys. Whichever scale is used, landlords in England (in Wales confidence increased marginally) have very low levels of confidence.
NRLA acquires Safe2 and launches new digital platform for members
The NRLA today announces the news that it has acquired Safe2 and launched a new digital platform which will benefit the organisation's membership.
The Big Question: What's the strangest thing a tenant has left in your rental?
From wartime newspapers to two dozen boxes of pinecones, all manner of objects have been left abandoned in rental properties when tenants move out. We want to know the strangest thing your tenants have left behind for a feature for the next edition of Property magazine.
Listen Up Landlords: Trade troubles and gardening disputes
The latest episode of NRLA podcast Listen Up Landlords is out now, examining the rising cost of building materials and the challenge of sourcing labourers for development and improvement works, as well as the tricky issue of gardening disputes.
Landlords and legacy: pass on your property, not a large inheritance tax bill
As a landlord, your Inheritance tax liability will change each time you buy or sell a property, and is closely linked to Capital Gains Tax liability. Our partner St James Place looks at the implications of the different options available when IHT planning.
Tips for keeping a rental property safe when it's empty
Whatever the reason for your property being empty, it could be left at risk if not properly taken care of. Our partner Rentguard has created a summary of the potential risks and what you can do to help keep your rental property safe during periods of inoccupancy.
Saving the student housing sector
Senior Campaigns and Public Affairs Officer Eleanor Bateman explains more about a newly launched NRLA survey, seeking the views of student landlords around the Renters (Reform) Bill.
NRLA National Conference: Michael Gove confirmed as keynote speaker
The NRLA today announces that DLUHC Secretary of State Michael Gove will be the keynote speaker at the NRLA's National Conference on 24 October 2023.
Can mid-tenancy mediation help resolve rent arrears?
In this blog post, NRLA partner TDS take a closer look at a real-life case study around rent arrears, and explore how it was solved by the team at TDS Resolution.
