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Court reform: Act now to make your voice heard
With court delays of up to a year in parts of the country landlords are being encouraged to make their voices heard when it comes to campaigning for reform. Real world data is vital when it comes to campaigning for change, with The High Court Enforcement Officers Association (HCEOA) backed by the NRLA, Propertymark issuing a rallying call for landlords to come forward and share their experiences of deadline with the courts.
Rent Smart Wales: Could landlords be forced to provide rent data?
Landlords could be forced to give Rent Smart Wales details of the rent they charge under new plans for the licensing and registration body. The recommendation was made during the Welsh Government’s final evaluation of Rent Smart Wales (RSW), whose primary role is to improve standards in the private rented sector.
Changes to energy efficiency funding: What landlords need to know
Rules around how energy efficiency funding can be used have been tweaked by the Government, following a public consultation.
NRLA Chief Executive chairs national arrears conference
NRLA chief executive, Ben Beadle has chaired a national industry conference on rent arrears and how to tackle them.
5 Tips for Choosing Reliable Contractors for Landlords
Discover how landlords can find trustworthy contractors to keep rental properties in top shape and avoid costly issues.
Material information: New rules on advertising homes to let
Rules regarding the information that should be included in advertisements for rental homes have been withdrawn, following the introduction of new legislation.
Courts unprepared for Renters' Rights Bill as possession delays worsen
The Government is failing to acknowledge the true state of the court system and its lack of readiness to handle possession cases following the end of Section 21 'no-fault' evictions.
Committee stage concludes: Renters’ Rights Bill a step closer to Royal Assent
The Renters’ Rights Bill has taken a significant step forward, with the House of Lords concluding its Committee stage scrutiny this week. With Royal Assent expected in the summer, attention turns to the finer details and practicalities of the Bill ahead of its next stage. Public affairs officer, Mia Rotaru, summarises the latest developments.
Capital Gains Tax hike now landlords' biggest fear
A rumoured increase in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on the sale of rental properties is now the single biggest concern for private landlords, according to new data from the NRLA.
Common sense prevails as Welsh Government rejects tenant compensation proposal
A recommendation that would have required landlords to provide two months' rent as compensation to tenants upon serving a Section 173 ‘no-fault’ possession notice has been rejected by the Welsh Government.
