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NRLA addresses Government roundtables
The NRLA has addressed two Government roundtables this week – on anti-social behaviour and student tenancies. Housing Minister Felicity Buchan and other stakeholders were in attendance at both meetings, which were organised at the request of the NRLA in response to Government plans outlined in its Rental Reform White Paper.
The complete guide to protecting your property from claims in 2023
Many of the issues landlords experience can be prevented through a combination of regular maintenance, periodic inspections, and clear communication with tenants. But unfortunately, no matter how well prepared you are, the unexpected can still happen. As insurance partner to the NRLA, Total Landlord, has written several guides for NRLA members, which are packed with advice to help landlords understand more about the most common causes of claims and how to prevent incidents occurring in the first place.
Rental reform plans risk causing chaos in student housing market
Students face chaos as government plans to reform the rental market threaten to cause widespread uncertainty as to whether housing will be available at start of each academic year.
9 tips to control mould before it controls you
Mould can cause health problems to tenants and damage to your property, so it is vital you stay on top of any issues and advise your tenants on how to keep the property free of damp. NRLA partner, Envirovent has some top tips to help control mould before it gets out of hand.
What to do if you need to sell in 2023
Pressure on the property market is increasing, and private landlords are feeling it more than most. Kirsty Burnham, head of property at Movewise, offers tips to make sure you don't sell yourself short.
NRLA win as Making Tax Digital pushed back
The Government has announced it will push back the implementation date for the next stage of its Making Tax Digital (MTD) programme, which would have brought income tax self-assessment into scope, following pressure from the NRLA. It will also increase the income threshold landlords must meet before they need to enrol with the new system.
The Big Question: Do you carry out your own inventories?
Do you carry out your own inventory or do you hire a professional to do this? The NRLA is asking what you prefer to do for our next 'Big Question' feature in NRLA members' magazine, Property.
NRLA announces new partnership with Crisis
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) today announces its new partnership with Crisis, the national charity for homeless people.
Police and councils failing to tackle anti-social tenants, finds new NRLA research
New NRLA research reveals that, of those private landlords who have previously served a repossession notice, half have done so because of a tenant's anti-social or criminal behaviour.
Wales: NRLA provide evidence to Local Government and Housing Committee Inquiries
Our NRLA Wales team have given evidence to several important inquiries this month, including an inquiry into homelessness and another evidence session focussing on council tax.
