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The latest articles relating to the private rented sector. Looking for a press release? Head over to our press release section on the blog.
NRLA scoops top industry training award
The NRLA has been named Best Property Education Provider at the annual Property Reporter Awards. The association's training academy beat off stiff competition from across the industry to clinch the title in a ceremony in London earlier today.
TDS poll highlights confusion surrounding responsibilities of garden maintenance within the PRS
Spring has sprung and it's time to turn your attention towards better weather, lighter evenings, and hope for a warmer season. This is the time of year when many landlords start to make their gardens more attractive in order to attract potential tenants, or spruce up the outdoors after the long winter months. Snady Bastin, Head of Adjudication at NRLA partners TDS explains what landlords need to know.
Cladding - how many let properties will be covered by the UK Government's plans for medium-rise buildings?
Today, potential changes to the Building Safety Bill are being debated in the House of Lords, including consideration of amendments concerning leaseholder landlord inclusion in remediation funding.
New Right to Rent rules in place from 6 April
From 6 April 2022, changes to Right to Rent legislation will come into force, affecting checks for some groups of tenants. You can see the draft guidance which will come into force from 6 April 2022 on the GOV.UK website. Please note that the existing guidance remains in place until then, as outlined on our resources page.
The Big Question: Do you carry out viewings at your rental in-person or online?
Do you carry out viewings for your rental property in-person or online? The topic is the latest to come under the microscope in our Big Question feature for NRLA members' magazine, Property.
Blog: Why landlord redress makes sense in this day and age
Paul Shamplina, founder of NRLA Recognised Supplier Landlord Action and Chief Commercial Officer at Hamilton Fraser, writes about rental reform and Landlord Redress.
Blog: Engaging with Chorley landlords on adaptations in the private rented sector
We recently spoke with Chorley landlords about adaptations for older and disabled tenants. Tim Thomas gives explains more about what he learnt and the future of the NRLA’s campaign to improve access to the private rented sector.
Coronavirus extended possession notice periods to end in Wales
The NRLA has learnt today that the Welsh Government will not be extending the six-month notice period brought in under coronavirus legislation.
Spring statement welcome but not enough argue landlords
Following the Chancellor's Spring Statement, the NRLA provides its response to today's announcements by the Treasury.
Does an inventory really make a difference to deposit claims?
Does an inventory report really help landlords in a deposit dispute? Richard Abbots of Inventory Hive explains how the answer isn't as clear cut as some would think, and offers advice to landlords to help them avoid or resolve future tenancy disputes.
