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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.

Industry News Sam Hunter 25/05/2023
Scrapping mortgage tax relief hike would ease rental supply crisis says new research

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

Partners and Suppliers Michael Dent 22/05/2023
Data shows that government policies that disincentivise landlords hurt renters

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.

Industry News Sam Hunter 19/05/2023
Renters Reform Bill launch: NRLA secures widespread media coverage

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.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 19/05/2023
The Big Question: What do you think of Government's Renters (Reform) Bill?

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.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 17/05/2023
Renters (Reform) Bill: Free members' webinar

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.

Industry News Sam Hunter 16/05/2023
Renters (Reform) Bill lacks vital detail, warn landlords

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.

Partners and Suppliers Tom Scarborough 12/05/2023
Buy and sell property direct with other landlords on the Movewise and NRLA Marketplace

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.

Deep Insight Nick Clay 15/05/2023
It’s personal – why tenants still love you

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.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 12/05/2023
NRLA nominated for top industry awards

Four new licensing schemes given go ahead in Manchester

Landlords with rental properties in Rusholme, Longsight, Levenshulme and Moss Side are advised to check whether their property will require a selective licence, after four new schemes were announced by Manchester City Council.

Regional News Victoria Barker 10/05/2023
Four new licensing schemes given go ahead in Manchester