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Next PM must tackle rental supply crisis in Yorkshire and the Humber

The next Prime Minister must tackle the supply crisis in the private rented sector in Yorkshire and the Humber if homeownership ambitions are to become a reality.

Industry News Rhianna Abrey 28/07/2022
Next PM must tackle rental supply crisis in Yorkshire and the Humber

NRLA surveying members on rental reform

The NRLA is surveying members on the Government's new plans for rental reform, that were revealed last month. The NRLA is collecting the views of landlords who let property in England, including those who may live in other parts of the UK or overseas to inform its response to Government.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 26/07/2022
NRLA surveying members on rental reform

New Renting Homes Wales legislation announced

Further subordinate legislation, necessary for the Welsh Government to implement the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 has been approved. In this blog our policy officer Josh Lovell takes a closer look at this and explains more about NRLA campaigning.

Industry News Josh Lovell 25/07/2022
New Renting Homes Wales legislation announced

How One Married Couple Beat the Tax Changes

Since the introduction of Section 24, many landlords have restructured property ownership to protect themselves against tax changes, however this doesn't necessarily have to involve a change of ownership. Recognised Supplier, Less Tax 4 Landlords, gives us their insight.

Partners and Suppliers Ben Rose 25/07/2022
How One Married Couple Beat the Tax Changes

Q&A: Get to know NRLA Wales policy officer Josh

In the next blog in our meet the team series, get to know our Wales policy officer Josh Lovell better.

Helpful Tips Victoria Barker 25/07/2022
Q&A: Get to know NRLA Wales policy officer Josh

"Me and my husband have worked really hard for the last 20 years - I do this for my pension and my later years" Lyn's story

Lyn is a student landlord based in Southampton. She owns 3 properties with her husband and has been a landlord for almost 20 years.

Member Stories Rhianna Abrey 25/07/2022
"Me and my husband have worked really hard for the last 20 years - I do this for my pension and my later years" Lyn's story

Reforming the private rented sector inquiry launches

The Government's rental reform White Paper is to be scrutinized by the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (LUHC) Committee following the launch of an inquiry this week.

Industry News Victoria Barker 22/07/2022
Reforming the private rented sector inquiry launches

Campaigns update: What we are doing for you

It's been another busy week for the policy and campaigns team, representing you and your businesses at high-level meetings and events.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 22/07/2022
Campaigns update: What we are doing for you

Ten Tips to Reduce Risks and Protect your Property in a Heatwave

With temperatures soaring to record highs, what can landlords do to reduce risks and protect their property? Steve Barnes, Associate Director at NRLA insurance partners, Total Landlord Insurance, shares his ten top tips for landlords, as we face the reality that extreme heat fuelled by climate change is making heatwaves more intense, frequent and likely.

Partners and Suppliers Steve Barnes 22/07/2022
Ten Tips to Reduce Risks and Protect your Property in a Heatwave

Liverpool licensing scheme: Extension to early bird discount

A new selective licensing scheme came into force in Liverpool on 1st April 2022. All privately rented homes across sixteen wards in the city must have a licence. Landlords can still apply for the early-bird discount, which has been extended until the end of July.

Regional News Victoria Barker 21/07/2022
Liverpool licensing scheme: Extension to early bird discount