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Government needs to prevent rent debts, not let them grow
Ministers need to do more to prevent tenants building rent arrears, with the NRLA warning current plans will only see them grow.
Conservative Party Conference 2024: Is Housing Still a Priority?
NRLA Public Affairs Officer Mia Rotaru reflects on the key discussions from this year’s Conservative Party Conference, examining the major issues and their potential impact on the private rented sector.
Meet the Speakers: Talking proptech with Manoj Varsani
Ahead of the 2024 NRLA Landlord conference, speaker Manoj Varsani, founder of accounting software company Hammock, explains how filling in a tax return on Christmas Day led to his first steps into the world of proptech.
Renters’ Rights Bill: What will it mean for enforcement?
To help landlords prepare for the new Renters' Rights Bill the NRLA is publishing a series of articles taking a deep dive into the detail. This week we focus on new enforcement and investigatory powers expected to be introduced under the Bill.
Autumn Budget: Could we see changes to Section 24?
Ahead of the budget at the end of this month NRLA Policy Director Chris Norris is exploring the impact of a range of potential tax changes and the ways in which they would affect you and your business. This week we ask what would happen if Section 24 features on October 30.
Your training and events update for October
With the autumn months now upon us and the Government's new Renters’ Rights Bill making its way through Parliament, there has never been a better time for landlords and agents to stay ahead of the game and access the NRLA’s award-winning training courses. Our experts will deliver 26 courses in October, with a mixture of eLearning and face-to-face sessions on offer.
Renters' Rights Bill: How will it impact Wales?
Welsh Government launches HMO council tax consultation
The Welsh Government has proposed changes to Council Tax for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in Wales. Read about the plans and find out how to contribute to our response.
Funding confirmed for EPC improvements – but will it be enough?
A new funding pot has been announced to support energy efficiency improvements in England, with grant cash to be focussed on low income homes. The money will be distributed through the ‘Warm Homes: Local Grant’ scheme, with landlords eligible to receive up to £30,000 towards improvements to their first rental property, and £15,000 for work on additional homes to let.
Renters’ Rights Bill: Decent Homes and standards
The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to make the biggest changes to the private rented sector in over 30 years when it comes into force next year. To help landlords get up to speed, the NRLA is publishing a series of articles outlining the detail you need to know. This week we are looking at the rules around property standards.
