Top stories
Rising mortgage payments will see rents rise
Almost two thirds of private landlords expect to see their mortgage payments increase over the next 12 months, with warnings that this trend will lead to higher rents. New data shows a quarter of landlords will re-mortgage in 2024.
NRLA launches new courses for 2024
The NRLA Training Academy will launch four new courses in the new year. The academy has enjoyed a bumper year, picking up two awards for Best Property Education Provider and training 10,500 landlords online and in person.
Campaigns update: What we are doing for you
As politics in Westminster and the Senedd wind down for the Christmas break, the NRLA’s Campaigns and Policy team has been busy engaging with stakeholders and elected officials to ensure your concerns remain a priority.
A stellar year for your award-winning NRLA
It’s been a stellar year for the NRLA in terms of award wins, with the association, its departments and individuals picking up a total of 10 prestigious national awards in 2023, including Product of the Year.
NRLA makes the news: A year in the headlines
The last 12 months has seen an unprecedented amount of news coverage for the NRLA, with more than 5,000 media mentions, on everything from the association's rental reform campaign to wins on disaggregation and benefits payments.
Listen Up Landlords: An NRLA Christmas Special
In this episode of Listen Up Landlords, presenters NRLA CEO Ben Beadle and Richard Blanco welcome a panel of guests to look back over the last 12 months on everything from rental reform to disaggregation, as well as looking forward to 2024.
Do you carry out regular property inspections?
The NRLA advises landlords inspect their properties at least every six months, and for the next issue of Property magazine we are asking you about your approach. Do you schedule regular visits, or do you trust your tenants to take care of your property?
Confidence growing as new year approaches
Operations manager for Wales Steve Bletsoe looks back on an eventful year for the Welsh private rented sector, with the introduction of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act and threat of rent controls, with landlord confidence finally on the up after hitting record lows.
Property magazine - let us know what you think
We are rightly proud of our award-winning members’ magazine Property. Now we are asking you for your opinion on Property magazine in a survey designed to find out more about what you enjoy.
HMRC: The stress-free guide to self assessment
With just weeks to go until the self-assessment deadline on January 31st, the Government has produced a new guide on how to successfully submit your tax return. Click below for more details and top tips.
Your latest local licensing update
Policy officer Samantha Watkin gives an update on licensing. New schemes have been approved in Peterborough and Brent, in London, with councils consulting on plans for Stockton and Blackpool.
Your training and events update for January
New Year, new you? If so, why not get 2024 off to a flying start by signing up for one of the NRLA’s training courses, or landlord meeting or webinar. Click on the link below to find our full timetable for January.
Help and advice
Call of the month: Do I need a new EICR?
A landlord called our advice team this month because they wanted clarification around whether they will need to renew the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) at a change of tenancy.
Forum spotlight: Fixing a broken toilet
A member took to our forum to ask what to do when it comes to gaining access to their rental property, to repair a toilet. The tenant had requested the repair, then failed to let the plumber in.
TradePoint: Affordable ways to improve your bathroom
Bathroom seen better days? Did you know there are simple things you can do to give a bathroom that luxury feel, without breaking the bank? NRLA partner TradePoint (B&Q) explains more.
Course of the month: Capital Gains Tax
Whilst Capital Gains Tax can be a significant cost for landlords, there are many reliefs and exemptions available due its numerous quirks – and careful planning can save you thousands.
Research
