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NRLA: Labour right to say rent controls would not work

The NRLA responds to comments made by Shadow Housing Secretary Lisa Nandy MP which confirm that Labour is rejecting calls for the introduction of rent controls.

Blog: The latest on the Renting Homes (Wales) Act

How does mediation work?

NRLA partner, the Property Redress Scheme tenancy mediation service, shares advice on how mediation works and explains the five stages of mediation.

Lawfully gaining possession and the financial help available

In many situations, eviction is an absolute last resort for landlords; no landlord wants to remove people from their home. But sometimes circumstances mean a landlord has little or no choice. Jack Vlasto, of NRLA partner Rentguard Landlord Insurance, shares an overview of lawfully gaining possession.

Landlords can use new templates to write to MPs on Renters Reform

New letter templates have been developed for NRLA members who want to write to their MP to highlight issues with the proposed Renters (Reform) Bill. The templates have been adapted to highlight the key measures needed to ensure landlords can continue to operate once Bill is implemented, with landlords able to edit the documents to explain how the proposals will impact them and their businesses.

Chancellor needs to act as interest rate hike hits renters and landlords

In light of the news that the Bank of England has once again raised interest rates, the NRLA has provided its view on how the Government must act urgently to support the private rented sector.

Wales rent control consultation: Register for a working group event this July

Landlords in Wales are being urged to share their views on rent controls by registering for a working group event, organised by the Welsh Government. Six working groups have been set up as part of the consultation process for the Green Paper on Fair Rents and a Right to Adequate Housing, with private landlords and tenants invited to attend.

Wales: Housing Minister backs NRLA tax calls

The Welsh Minister for Climate Change, Julie James MS, has supported the need to review the way the private rented sector is taxed. Speaking at an event to launch the National Residential Landlords Association’s (NRLA) State of the Welsh Private Rented Sector report, the Minister said she would welcome ideas about how to ensure the tax system supports the provision of long-term homes to rent.

Landlords’ profits hit 16-year low

Landlords’ profits have hit the lowest rate since 2007 according to new research, with fears many could quit the sector for good. Average net profits for investors in the PRS dropped below 4% in the first quarter of this year, according to a report by property agent Savills, and are now at their lowest since 2007.

Dealing with common household pests

Summer is here and certain household pests can be common in warmer weather. This article covers best practice advice for landlords when dealing with pests.