Top stories
NRLA cited in new Section 21 debate
NRLA messaging is getting through where it matters, with the association's campaigns work cited numerous times in a Westminster Hall debate on the proposed end of Section 21 repossessions.
NRLA responds to Decent Homes consultation
The NRLA has asked for cost caps and exemptions in its official response to the Government's Decent Homes consultation. Policy manager James Wood talks about the association's proposals.
NRLA conference just weeks away
There are just weeks left to secure your seat at the NRLA’s Landlord Conference. With some of the biggest changes to renting in three decades on the horizon, the conference will explore what lies ahead.
Wales: NRLA win on electrical safety rules
New amendments to the Renting Homes (Wales) Act will make it easier for landlords to comply with electrical safety rules. The changes follow NRLA calls for legislation to be brought in line with England.
NRLA celebrates new awards success
The NRLA has been named UK Association of the Year at the Association Excellence Awards this month. Hot on the heels of the win, the association has reached the finals of two other national awards, with winners announced next month.
NRLA November AGM date announced
The NRLA will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday November 17 at 10am. The meeting will be held online and is open to all NRLA members (excluding associates) who are also eligible to vote on resolutions.
Podcast: The mortgage market and NRLA Landlord Show
In this edition of Listen Up Landlords we invite expert guests to examine the recent turmoil in the mortgage market and the impact on landlords, and look ahead to the NRLA's inaugural landlord conference, being held next month.
NRLA raises thousands for Macmillan Cancer Support
NRLA staff have raised a massive £5,030 in memory of friend and colleague John Stewart. Teams took part in a 26 mile charity walk and held coffee mornings to raise the cash, which was presented to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Your licensing update for November
It's a new month, and several property licencing schemes are due to come into force in November. Click below to read our update on licensing news and the usual roundup of consultations.
Your training and events update for November
We have a busy programme of training courses this November. As well as our national conference, there are plenty of national and regional events for landlords to attend, both in person and online.
FAQs on legal expenses and rent guarantee Insurance
NRLA partner Rentguard shares eight most frequently asked questions about legal expenses and rental guarantee insurance. These include queries on the legal costs for repossession.
Electric cars: A property management pain point?
The new ChargePoint grant was launched this April. But what does this mean for the PRS and how will it adapt to cater for electric vehicles? NRLA partner Viewber gives its insight.
This month the NRLA re-launched its Youtube channel with a series of "Getting to know the NRLA" videos. Here, Property Tribes co-founder Vanessa Warwick interviews NRLA CEO Ben Beadle.
Help and advice
Call of the month: Cleaning leaves from guttering
Autumn is well an truly here, and a common issue at this time of year is falling leaves clogging up gutters. One landlord gave us a call to ask for advice on tackling the matter.
Forum spotlight: Suspected moth infestation
A landlord had been informed by a tenant that there were moths living at their rental property. This seemed to be a recurring problem, and our landlord wanted to clarify who would be responsible.
TradePoint: How to bleed a radiator
As the weather gets cooler and more people start to turn the heating on, take a look at the advice from NRLA partner TradePoint about how to bleed radiators to make sure the system is working efficiently.
Course of the month: Agents Fundamentals
Our course of the month this November is Agents Fundamentals. The course is ideal for letting agents new to the sector and those who are more experienced, serving as an introduction and refresher.
Research
Almost half of landlords have not raised rents for existing tenants, according to data from the NRLA's tenant survey. You can read more here.
