Industry news
Rental housing crisis will undermine Chancellor's growth plans
Efforts to attract “global talent” to the UK will be undermined unless urgent action is taken to boost the supply of homes to rent, according to a letter sent by the NRLA, Propertymark and BPF to the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Call for clarity on new EPC plans
With Renters’ Rights dominating the headlines at present its easy to forget other reforms on the horizon which could have significant consequences for landlords. Here NRLA Chief Innovation Officer and founder of Safe2 explains more about plans to change the way EPCs are calculated and what that means for you and your portfolio.
Exclusive member webinar unpacks energy efficiency plans
The NRLA hosted an exclusive member webinar on government energy efficiency proposals this week - with a frequently asked questions sections now added to the website. A recording of the webinar is now available to all NRLA members.
ICO fees up by a third - have you paid yours?
Landlords who electronically handle personal information are reminded they need to pay their annual fee to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), with the figure rising by almost 30%.
New Renters Rights Bill eLearning course goes live today
A new eLearning version of the NRLA's popular Renters' Rights Bill course has gone live today. The eLearning training contains all the information and resources from the classroom and eClassroom courses, but gives you the flexibility to complete it at your own pace and in your own time.
Tenants left struggling as landlords sell off homes
Private sector tenants are continuing to struggle, with new data highlighting an ongoing shortage of homes to rent. The NRLA is now calling on Government to axe the stamp duty hike announced at the last election, invest in court reform and lift the freeze on Local Housing Allowances rates coming in this April.
Tenants struggle as shortage of rental housing continues
Private sector tenants are continuing to struggle as new data highlights an ongoing shortage of homes to rent. Almost eight in ten landlords (77 per cent) across England and Wales reported strong demand from prospective tenants in the final quarter of 2024 according to research from Pegasus Insights.
The Big Question: Do you have a process for handling tenant complaints?
We all know how important it is to deal with tenant complaints promptly and professionally. We want to hear more about your complaints procedures our latest Big Question feature for NRLA members' magazine Property.
Right to rent changes: What you need to know
Right to rent guidance for landlords and letting agents has been updated this month. Here policy officer Dan Cumming runs through what you need to know.
Leaseholders to benefit from new rules
Last month, Housing Minister, Matthew Pennycook, signed new regulations that will remove the long-standing requirement for leaseholders to have owned their lease for two years before they can extend it or buy their freehold.
