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Be prepared – your essential guide to getting ready for Renters’ Rights
The summer months can offer some much-needed downtime for most of us – but with a wealth of legislation change on the horizon, now is the perfect time to take stock and make sure you are prepared.
TV property guru Sarah Beeny joins NRLA conference line-up
TV icon and property powerhouse Sarah Beeny will be sharing her decades of experience a the NRLA's UK Housing Conference this autumn. Famed for her straight-talking style, the broadcaster property expert will be taking to the stage at the event at the Exhibition Centre in Liverpool, for one-on-one fireside chat with NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle.
Exclusive member discounts from new student lettings partner Hybr
Online student and graduate lettings platform Hybr is offering exclusive discounts to NRLA members, as part of a new partnership. The platform connects students and young professionals with quality rented accommodation via the company's bespoke proptech platform, designed specifically for student lets.
Results day warning as thousands of student homes at risk
Thousands of student homes could be lost from the rental market, with potentially disastrous consequences for generations of students – including those celebrating their A-levels today. Unless MPs back a key House of Lords amendment to the Renters’ Rights Bill next month, students across the country could see their chances of renting a home in their chosen university town or city dwindle – with those from disadvantaged backgrounds hit hardest.
Leasehold reform: What to expect when Parliament returns
Reforming the centuries-old leasehold system was always going to take time, but a legal challenge could cause fresh delays. A High Court judgment is expected in the coming weeks which will determine the Government’s next steps – but where does this leave landlords? Public Affairs manager Eleanor Bateman takes a deep dive.
NRLA runs proptech pilot tackling damp and mould
The NRLA has partnered with Danish firm WiseHome to run a pilot programme trialling a new product offering a high-tech solution to the issue of damp and mould in rented homes. The scheme found 63% apartments had challenges with high humidity and low ventilation, with issues mainly in common areas and bathrooms.
Are you happy with the NRLA? Answer our members’ survey
The NRLA has launched its biennial survey to find out what services we provide you really like and how we can improve your experience as a landlord
Homelessness Minister resignation: Was Rushanara Ali right to stand down?
Unless you have been living under a rock for the last few days, you will be aware that the Government’s homelessness minister, Rushanara Ali, has stood down in a row over a rental home she owns in East London. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle shares his thoughts on what's happened - and the challenges up ahead when the new Renters' Rights Bill comes into force.
Energy efficiency reforms: What to expect when Parliament returns
We look at what our members can expect when Parliament returns in terms of the reforms around energy efficiency
Landlord Eye #2: Renters' Rights and energy efficiency
The findings of the second edition of Landlord Eye are nearly here and they paint a fascinating picture of life for a landlord with so many changes in the private rented sector
