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How to Avoid the Most Common Rental Deposit Disputes
This year's most common tenancy deposit dispute has been revealed. NRLA Recognised Supplier, Inventory Hive tells us what agents and landlords (and tenants) can do to avoid the delays, costs and stress associated with deposit disputes at check-out.
Council Tax change to be debated on Wednesday
This Wednesday a suggested change to council tax legislation is being debated in Parliament. In this article, the NRLA sets out what the amendment wishes to achieve and how you can call on your MP to support its introduction.
NRLA wins top accolade at Landlord Investment Show Awards
The NRLA has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to the private rented sector at the Landlord Investment Show Awards.
Autumn statement a missed opportunity to boost housing supply
Today, NRLA's CEO Ben Beadle responded to the Chancellor’s decision to cut the Capital Gains Tax allowance in the Autumn Statement, and retain the rented housing Stamp Duty Levy.
Government strategy on private rented sector in tatters
Government policy has broken the private rented sector as figures show that the number of homes in the market continues to shrink despite a substantial spike in demand.
Government accepts NRLA proposal on anti-social behaviour
The Government has accepted proposals from the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) to tackle anti-social tenants causing misery for neighbours and fellow tenants alike.
Landlord Confidence Index (LCI) No.15: 2022 Q3
Quarter 3 is the quarter in which landlord confidence collapsed. This follows a two-quarter period in which confidence dipped from highs. Rising tenant demand has done little to raise landlord morale. Rising interest rates, rising inflation and rising concerns about forthcoming legislation are all combining. The result is a rising proportion of landlords selling properties, reducing supply.
Landlords respond to Mayor of London's summit on private rented sector
Today, our CEO Ben Beadle responded to the Mayor of London's plans to hold an emergency summit on the private rented sector.
Notice period for converted contracts increase to six months following Welsh Government consultation
Weeks before Renting Homes Wales comes into force, the Welsh Government has announced that notice periods for converted contracts will change from two to six months.
NRLA Concerns Quoted in LUHC Select Committee on Rental Reform
It has been another successful week for the Policy and Campaigns Team in Westminster as NRLA concerns were quoted by MPs in the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (LUHC) Select Committee.
