Articles by Victoria Barker
Volunteers Week: Caernarfon landlord Dawn James' volunteering story
National Volunteers Week is fast approaching, and we are showcasing some of the work our members are doing in their communities. In this article first published in membership magazine Property, meet Caernarfon landlord Dawn James. On retiring from her lettings agency, animal lover Dawn James could have been forgiven for putting her feet up; instead, she’s found a new vocation, volunteering to raise money for sick and abandoned pets. Victoria Barker finds out more.
Summer Maintenance Tips for Landlords
Quick summer checks to keep your rental safe, compliant, and well-maintained.
Five key updates landlords should prepare for in 2025
The New Year is here, and it’s fair to say that 2025 is shaping up to be a hugely significant year when it comes to legislative changes affecting landlords. Here, we round-up what we can expect in 2025, and how the NRLA can support you through the changes.
In pictures: Hundreds attend NRLA on Tour Wales events
Hundreds of landlords attended our free NRLA on Tour events in Wales this month, held in Llanelli and Llandudno. The events saw an excellent line-up of speakers and exhibitors sharing knowledge and expertise with delegates, as well as the chance to hear directly from NRLA CEO Ben Beadle about rental reform and exciting NRLA prop tech developments.
Black Friday: The best deals for landlords
Black Friday 2024 is here, and we've got some fantastic partner and training offers with you which we can't wait to share.
New dates announced for the NRLA's ‘Wales On Tour’
Following the success of last year's events programme the NRLA has confirmed new dates for its 2024 ‘Wales On Tour’ sessions.
NRLA Landlord Conference 2024 - FIVE reasons to attend
In just under three months, the NRLA's Landlord Conference, hosted by TV star Nick Knowles, will arrive in Birmingham. This one-day conference brings you a wealth of information and practical guidance on what lies ahead for the private rented sector post-election, housing market trends, prop-tech solutions, and more.
NRLA on Tour: New dates added
Hundreds of landlords have already attended the NRLA’s free ‘NRLA on Tour’ events with new dates now added to the calendar in Aberystwyth, Southampton, and Manchester. The events invite a line-up of expert speakers and exhibitors to share knowledge and expertise with delegates, as well as giving landlords the opportunity to hear directly from NRLA CEO, Ben Beadle.
NRLA Landlord Conference: New speakers announced
More speakers have been announced for the NRLA’s Landlord Conference, which will be held on 6 November. Entrepreneur and former star of TV show Dragon’s Den James Caan CBE will be the keynote speaker at the conference, giving delegates the opportunity to hear first-hand about his experience in business and property investment journey.
The gift of financial first aid
This week marks the 40th annual Volunteers Week. In this article first published in NRLA magazine Property, we chat to landlord and NRLA member Bill Lovett, who has spent decades volunteering in far-flung locations across the world.