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A Case of Rent Arrears
Whilst most tenancies run smoothly, some will result in deposit disputes, causing unforeseen costs, worries and delays. Dispute over cleaning are among the most common. Here Sandy Bastin of TDS reveals what to do to protect yourself.
How to Prove Your Rented Property is Safe for Habitation
As amendments to smoke and carbon monoxide alarm legislation loom for rented properties later this year, we look at how inventory reporting is critical for demonstrating healthy human habitation in tenancies. Here Richard Abbots tells us how to keep your rental properties safe.
How could different types of tenants affect my insurance policy?
There are as many types of tenants as there are rental properties. Who you, as a landlord, chooses to rent to - or the type of tenant your property attracts - depends on many factors including your own preferences, the type of property you are renting and the location of the property.
NRLA in talks with Director General for Levelling Up
Rental reform, the proposed landlord register and the growing gulf between supply and demand for privately rented homes were on the agenda when NRLA CEO Ben Beadle met with top housing civil servant Emran Mian. Mr Mian met with Ben to discuss some of the major issues concerning private sector landlords ahead of this week’s Queen’s Speech.
Blog: NRLA win as possession grounds to be strengthened
Today's Queen's Speech saw the UK Government re-commit to a Renters Reform Bill, including the abolition of Section 21 while also strengthening landlords' rights to possession through new grounds. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle explains what happens next.
Possession grounds to be strengthened as end of Section 21 in sight
Plans to abolish Section 21 repossessions will be brought forward it has been confirmed in the Queen's Speech today. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle has welcomed the Government's commitment to tackling arrears and antisocial behaviour and will continue to lobby Ministers to ensure other grounds for possessions are fair.
Gimme Shelter: tackling flawed logic head-on
This week, following the publication of new research on Section 21 evictions by Shelter, our Chief Executive Ben Beadle wrote to Shelter's CEO, Polly Neate, to challenge the misleading claims set out in their report. In this blog, Ben explains more.
Call of the month: Belongings left behind - what do I do?
A member recently called our advice team with a question about what to do with belongings left behind by a tenant who had moved out. Our advice team were able to explain what to do and provided more information about a new guide available for members on this matter.
Tax Hit to Rental Housing Undermines Government's Home Ownership Ambitions
Government efforts to dampen investment in rental housing are fuelling a supply crisis according to BVA/BDRC research analysed by the NRLA.
How to Prevent Cleaning Disputes at the end of Tenancy
Whilst most tenancies do run smoothly, some will unfortunately result in deposit disputes, causing landlords unforeseen costs, worries and delays. Fortunately, being aware of the common causes of deposit disputes can help landlords avoid common pitfalls. Sandy Bastin of NRLA partner TDS explains more.
