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Landlords plan to sell properties at record rate according to new research

New research produced by research consultancy BVA/BDRC reveals that, in Q1 2023, 33% of landlords surveyed said they plan to sell rental properties over the next year.

Industry News Sam Hunter 11/05/2023
Landlords plan to sell properties at record rate according to new research

Updated converted contracts guidance for landlords in Wales

NRLA policy manager James Wood on what landlords in Wales need to know ahead of the 31st May deadline for issuing converted contracts.

Industry News James Wood 10/05/2023
Updated converted contracts guidance for landlords in Wales

Landlords stepping up to help tenants cope with rising utility costs

This blog post reports on the NRLAs survey of over 2,000 tenants in the PRS. There is a focus on the impact rising utility bills have had on tenants and their household budget. It finds that when tenants raise concerns with their landlord, many will actively support tenants - a reality which contrasts to media coverage of the sector.

Deep Insight Eddie Griffiths 09/05/2023
Landlords stepping up to help tenants cope with rising utility costs

Tradepoint: Six ways to maximise hall space

However big or small your hallway area is, there are plenty of things that can be done to maximise the space. Here, NRLA partner Tradepoint (B&Q) share six top tips on how to create an inviting entrance to your rental home. Watch the original video full of top tips in this article.

Partners and Suppliers Victoria Barker 09/05/2023
Tradepoint: Six ways to maximise hall space

Wear and tear: What is fair?

This guide will help shed some light on what fair wear and tear is and whether the deterioration to the property is just reasonable wear and tear.

Partners and Suppliers Suzy Hershman 05/05/2023
Wear and tear: What is fair?

How will the Renters’ Reform Bill become law?

The Government is expected to publish the long-awaited Renters' Reform Bill next week. Here, we take a look at how legislation is made and the likely route the Bill will take to Royal Assent and implementation.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 05/05/2023
How will the Renters’ Reform Bill become law?

Where will the pound be in the third quarter of 2023?

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Partners and Suppliers Christopher Nye 05/05/2023
Where will the pound be in the third quarter of 2023?

Call of the month: Do I need to provide my tenants with a lawnmower?

When it comes to keeping gardens looking tidy, are landlords responsible for providing tenants with tools such as lawnmowers and hedge trimmers? Give our latest blog a read.

Call of the Week NRLA Advice Line 04/05/2023
Call of the month: Do I need to provide my tenants with a lawnmower?

Building safety failures: Are you liable for uncapped costs?

The Building Safety Act introduces a cap on the costs of remediating fire safety defects for some leaseholders, known as leaseholder protections. However, only ‘qualifying leaseholders’ are able to benefit from the protections and landlords may find themselves liable for the full cost of fixing cladding and non-cladding defects.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 04/05/2023
Building safety failures: Are you liable for uncapped costs?

Renters’ Reform Bill out next week

Michael Gove has confirmed the Renters’ Reform Bill will be published next week, promising the biggest shake-up in the private rented sector for over 30 years.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 04/05/2023
Renters’ Reform Bill out next week