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Renters Reform: Action needed on student lets
NRLA warnings that ending fixed term tenancies for student lets could decimate the sector are gaining momentum – with the association to continue to lobby Government for change. The Renters (Reform) Bill, published last week, outlined proposals to end most fixed term tenancies, including those currently offered to students in the private rented sector to cover the academic year.
Scrapping mortgage tax relief hike would ease rental supply crisis says new research
New research collated by Capital Economics and commissioned by the NRLA reveals the extent to which mortgage interest relief changes have fuelled the private rented sector's supply and demand crisis.
Data shows that government policies that disincentivise landlords hurt renters
In a tight market, tenants with an existing tenancy delay or cancel moving, because they are worried they won't find a new property. The whole market slows down, damaging the labour market flexibility our economy needs
Renters Reform Bill launch: NRLA secures widespread media coverage
Following the launch of the Government's Renters Reform Bill, the NRLA campaigned extensively across the media to ensure the 'landlord's perspective' was covered by press. This piece provides a summary of the NRLA coverage highlights over the past week.
The Big Question: What do you think of Government's Renters (Reform) Bill?
The Government published its Renters (Reform) Bill this week, years after pledging change in its election manifesto. Ahead of the publication of our summer magazine we want to know what you think of the plans. Are they workable? Are they fair? What needs to change? To have your say here.
Renters (Reform) Bill: Free members' webinar
The new Renters (Reform) Bill will come under the spotlight in a webinar hosted by the NRLA’s Campaigns and Public Affairs team this week. The interactive virtual event will be held this Friday, May 19 via Zoom, with delegates able to submit questions about the Bill ahead of time.
Renters (Reform) Bill lacks vital detail, warn landlords
Today, following the Government's decision to publish the long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill, the NRLA provides its response to the Bill's key elements.
Buy and sell property direct with other landlords on the Movewise and NRLA Marketplace
Whether you are looking for a new investment, or thinking of selling, NRLA partner Movewise explains more about their new property platform, Marketplace, created specifically for landlords.
It’s personal – why tenants still love you
The spring 2023 tenant survey once again showed high levels of satisfaction with independent landlords. This post outlines some of the reasons why, despite a three-cornered attack on PRS landlords, tenants continue to appreciate the integrity, hard work and strong customer focus of independent landlords.
NRLA nominated for top industry awards
The NRLA’s sell-out conference has reached the finals of the 2023 Conference & Events Awards. It has also made the shortlist for Best In-Person event at this years' Memcom Awards. Chief Executive Ben Beadle is also a finalist in the Memcom CEO Leadership category, with the association in the running for Best Trade Association.
