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Private rents falling in real terms says new data
RENTS paid by private tenants across the UK are falling in real terms according to official data published today.
Where to start with: Gardening responsibilities
If you have a garden at your rental property, chances are your tenants have been making the most of it with the recent heatwave. But, when it comes to keeping the garden in good shape, who is responsible, the tenant or the landlord? In this blog we take a closer look at gardening responsibilities.
In Focus (2021 Qtr 1): Universal Credit, welfare & debt
Every quarter the NRLA ask landlords about how policy is impacting on their property business.The Quarter 1 survey focuses on some of the key issues surrounding Universal Credit and welfare. Landlords were also asked about debt management.
Call of the Week: Move in date change
A member gave us a call this week with a question about the move in date for one of their tenants. Our member and tenant had already agreed a tenancy start date for the 30th July, however the tenant had approached our member to request an earlier move in date.
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System review
NRLA local authority policy officer Gavin Dick writes about the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and the Government review of this.
The complete guide to protecting your property from break-ins
With holidays back on the agenda, your tenants may be heading off for a break, leaving your property empty and potentially vulnerable to break-in. Here, NRLA insurance partners, Hamilton Fraser Total Landlord Insurance, share their insights into how you and your tenants can reduce your risks of being broken into.
Over 80% of private renters happy with accommodation
OVER 80 per cent of private renters in England are satisfied with their accommodation according to new data released today.
Negotiating with your tenants
Suzy Hershman, Head of Dispute Resolution at NRLA partners mydeposits writes about reducing the need for negotiations, how to approach negotiations and avoid a dispute and using evidence to support your claim and what is needed.
When it comes to repairs do you do it yourself?
When it comes to keeping your properties in top condition are you a DIY-er or do you have a team of trusted tradesmen behind you? This is the subject of our latest Big Question feature for NRLA members’ magazine, Property.
Rented Housing Laws "Not Fit For Purpose" Argue Landlords
Laws underpinning the private rented sector are not fit for purpose as new research reveals that some dates back to the 18th century.
