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NRLA welcomes appointment of Simon Clarke as DLUHC Secretary of State

Following the Government's cabinet reshuffle, the NRLA has issued a statement welcoming the appointment of Simon Clarke MP to role of Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

Industry News Sam Hunter 07/09/2022
NRLA welcomes appointment of Simon Clarke as DLUHC Secretary of State

Rental reforms risk becoming a charter for anti-social behaviour, says NRLA CEO

Government plans to reform the private rented sector risk becoming a charter for anti-social behaviour without urgent changes.That was the warning from the Chief Executive of the NRLA Ben Beadle, as he appeared before MPs on the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Select Committee.

Industry News Rhianna Abrey 07/09/2022
Rental reforms risk becoming a charter for anti-social behaviour, says NRLA CEO

NRLA responds to launch of Decent Homes Standard consultation

Following the Government’s announcement of its Decent Homes Standard (DHS) consultation, the NRLA has commented on what it believes a future DHS should entail.

Industry News Sam Hunter 02/09/2022
NRLA responds to launch of Decent Homes Standard consultation

How to Analyse a Local Property Market from your Desk

Location is a critical factor for any landlord looking for a new property, and understanding the market dynamics of an investment area is an essential part of the research process when looking at potential property purchases. Michael Dent, Founder of Property Data, tells us more.

Partners and Suppliers Michael Dent 30/08/2022
How to Analyse a Local Property Market from your Desk

Statutory Debt Repayment Plan: what you need to know

The Government recently closed a consultation seeking opinions on a proposed Statutory Debt Repayment Plan (SDRP). The proposals set out a new method for debtors to repay creditors over time, while being protected from enforcement action. NRLA policy manager James Wood explains what landlords need to know.

Industry News James Wood 26/08/2022
Statutory Debt Repayment Plan: what you need to know

NRLA opposes campaigners' call for rent cap

The NRLA has appeared in the national press in order to vigorously oppose the introduction of any form of rent control in the UK's private rented sector.

Industry News Sam Hunter 22/08/2022
NRLA opposes campaigners' call for rent cap

Rent Smart Wales failing its users by closing phone lines

The NRLA has received calls from landlords who are concerned with Rent Smart Wales' (RSW) decision to close its phoneline service. NRLA contacted the organisation to discover why such a step had been taken.

Industry News Josh Lovell 22/08/2022
Rent Smart Wales failing its users by closing phone lines

Renting Homes (Wales) Act: further legislation coming

Industry News Josh Lovell 19/08/2022
Renting Homes (Wales) Act: further legislation coming

A Guide to Landlord Rent Guarantee Protection insurance

Disputes between landlords and tenants arise for many reasons, including rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, repair claims and deposits. Despite rigorous tenant checks and references, tenants defaulting on rent or breaching the tenancy agreement is always a risk for landlords. NRLA Partner, Rentguard give us some pointers.

Partners and Suppliers Jack Vlasto 22/08/2022
A Guide to Landlord Rent Guarantee Protection insurance

NRLA submits written evidence to the LUHC Select Committee

The NRLA has submitted written evidence to the Levelling-up, Housing, and Communities (LUHC) select committee inquiry into the Fairer Renting White Paper. NRLA CEO Ben Beadle will give in-person evidence to the committee on 5th September.

Industry News Chris Norris 19/08/2022
NRLA submits written evidence to the LUHC Select Committee