Partners and suppliers
How furniture packages make landlords’ lives easier
Simply put, furniture packages are the easiest way to fully furnish a property. They take away the stress of choosing, buying, delivery and building all the furniture a home needs. Plus, they are designed to include complementary furniture, providing a cohesive style from room to room and making a property feel purposefully put together and appealing to tenants. NRLA Recognised Supplier, LOFT gives us some tips.
Understanding landlord responsibilities: Repairs and maintenance
It will come as no surprise that owning and renting out property comes with a vast set of legal obligations for landlords in the UK. Perhaps the most important obligations concern ensuring the property is well-maintained and safe for tenants. When the legal language is complicated it helps to cut straight to the basics. NRLA Partner, YourRepair, looks at the key repairs and maintenance responsibilities that landlords must adhere to under UK law.
Finding optimism amidst market challenges: navigating 2024 as a landlord
With the New Year now in full swing, Paul Shamplina, Founder of eviction and housing law specialist, Landlord Action and Chief Commercial Officer at NRLA insurance partner,Total Landlord, reflects on the evolving landscape for landlords and offers his insights and advice to landlords looking to navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for 2024.
What landlords should watch out for in 2024
2024 will be a year to watch for landlords, especially those self-managing, as there are likely to be many changes and new announcements which will affect the way landlords operate. NRLA Partner, Leaders Romans gives us their insight.
How cold is too cold for a rented home?
As a landlord, it's crucial to understand your heating obligations and make sure your property meets the required habitable standards. In this article, the Tenancy Deposit Scheme outlines your heating responsibilities as a landlord, offers guidance on how to handle tenant heating concerns, and provides useful tips on how to help keep your property warm during the colder months.
4 signs it's time to replace your dishwasher
Dishes lost their sparkle? Puddles on the floor? It could be time to replace your dishwasher...Experts from NRLA partner, Currys Business tells us for the signs you should look out for.
Mediation: A constructive approach to resolving breach of tenancy agreements
Renting a property comes with its own set of challenges, and one common hurdle faced by both landlords and tenants is breach of tenancy agreements. Mediation offers an alternative and often more constructive approach to resolving breach of tenancy issues. Mike Morgan from NRLA partner, The Property Redress Scheme explores how mediation can be a valuable tool in addressing breach of tenancy agreements, fostering communication, and finding mutually beneficial solutions.
Our predictions for property investment in 2024
2023 has proved a tricky year for property investors, but it’s also provided some opportunities that haven’t been available for the last few years. Allison Thompson from NRLA partner, Leaders, gives us her insight for the year ahead.
How increasing energy efficiency can help reduce disputes
With more than a quarter of renting households in the UK now living in fuel poverty, combined with the UK having some of the oldest and worst insulated housing stock in the world, tenancy disputes arising as a direct result of energy efficiency issues could increase. NRLA deposit protection provider, mydeposits, has put together this helpful guide to explain the benefits of energy efficient properties for landlords and how they can minimise the chance of a disputes with their tenants.
The Leading Causes of Tenancy Deposit Disputes in 2023 (and how to prevent them in 2024)
The latest tenancy deposit findings have revealed the leading cause of disputes in rental properties for 2023, offering letting agents and landlords an opportunity to learn from the trends and take measures to avoid these costly claims. Richard Abbots from NRLA supplier, Inventory Hives tells us more.
