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Decent Homes Standard consultation launches
Proposals to extend the Decent Homes Standard to include the PRS are being consulted on. The NRLA has called for improved enforcement against the minority of criminal landlords who undermine the reputation of the majority of responsible landlords.
New CO alarm rules to come into force
Privately rented homes in England must have a carbon monoxide detector in every room that has a fuel-burning appliance, from 1st October 2022. Gas cookers are exempt. Members can learn more about the regulations in the NRLA's guidance for landlords.
Rental reform: NRLA submits evidence as part of inquiry
The NRLA has submitted evidence to the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities select committee, as part of its inquiry into the Government's Fairer Renting White Paper. NRLA CEO Ben Beadle will give evidence to the committee on Monday 5th September.
Rent Smart Wales temporarily closes phonelines
Rent Smart Wales (RSW) has closed its landlord helpline, saying it can no longer operate due to recruitment issues and staff sickness. The NRLA has condemned the move, telling RSW it should adapt to challenging circumstances rather than ‘shutting up shop’.
The Big Question: Do you set up tenancies online?
Do you arrange your tenancies online or in person? New technologies allow tenants to sign contracts remotely. This is the latest topic to be put under the microscope in our ‘Big Question’ feature.
Holiday lets and the future of the housing market
In this month's podcast we talk about the new Government review on holiday lets and discuss the impact of the cost of living crisis, inflation and rising interest rates on the housing market.
Your latest local licensing update
It's a new month, and several property licencing schemes are due to come into force in September. Click below to read our update on licensing news and the usual roundup of schemes being consulted on.
Your training and events update for September
The NRLA is delighted to announce that, as of this month, the association will restart its in-person meeting and events programme, following a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Analysing a local property market from your desk
NRLA partner PropertyData explain how to harness the power of data to inform decision making when deciding where to invest, and why understanding market dynamics is an essential part of the research process.
Gas explosions: How to protect your property
Home explosions are - thankfully - rare. However explosions and fires caused by gas leaks rose by almost 50 per cent in 2020. Here NRLA partner Total Landlord Insurance explains how to keep your property safe.
Property pontoon: Will you stick or twist?
As research shows demand for private rented homes is outstripping supply, NRLA recognised supplier Less Tax 4 Landlords write about this and current pressures on the market such as regulation changes and taxation.
Making Tax Digital: Everything landlords need to know
The first part of Making Tax Digital (MTD) came into effect in the UK in April this year. Here Gemma Doswell from NRLA parter TaxScouts runs through everything you need to know to ensure you are compliant.
Help and advice
Call of the month: Access for gas safety inspections
A member gave our advice team a call this month because one of their rental properties was due a gas safety inspection. However, the landlord was struggling to get hold of the tenants to ask for permission for a Gas Safe engineer to visit the property.
What to do when a tenant leaves a joint contract
A landlord posted on our forum asking about ASTs and joint tenancies. One half of a couple on a joint tenancy agreement had left and they wanted to know what paperwork would need to be updated and reissued to the remaining tenant.
TradePoint: How to spruce up your bathroom
If your bathroom is looking tired, you don’t necessarily need to install a brand new one. Here our partners at Tradepoint (B&Q) share some simple tricks and techniques to instantly improve the look and feel of a bathroom, giving it a luxurious feel for less.
Course of the month: Legislation update
Staying up-to-date with legislation affecting PRS is a vital part of being a landlord. The NRLA’s Legislation Update course will help landlords understand recent legislation changes and how they will affect their businesses.
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