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Landlords put on brave face as impact of Coronavirus outbreak begins to bite

In March the RLA undertook a survey of its members examining how the Coronavirus crisis has affected them, their relationship with tenants and their property business. The survey finds landlords are nervous and feeling somwhat overlooked by government. There was however broad support for strands of the government's response.

Special Report Nick Clay 06/04/2020
Landlords put on brave face as impact of Coronavirus outbreak begins to bite

How to: Paint like a pro three ways

When it comes to painting a rental property, some landlords may prefer to hire a professional painter and decorator to do this-others may decide to do paint themselves especially if only a minor touch up is needed. In this blog we explore three ways painting just like a pro.

Helpful Tips Victoria Barker 28/06/2020
How to: Paint like a pro three ways

Satisfaction levels rise for private renters

The proportion of private renters satisfied with their housing has risen, according to new data published by the Government this week.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 10/07/2020
Satisfaction levels rise for private renters

Call of the Week: Rent arrears repayment

A landlord gave our advice team a call recently with a question about creating an affordable rent repayment plan for a tenant. The landlord gave the tenant a temporary rent reduction as they had been furloughed, however they are now back in full time work.

Call of the Week NRLA Advice Line 07/07/2020
Call of the Week: Rent arrears repayment

Blanket benefit ban ruled unlawful

Landlords are being reminded they should not have blanket policies that discriminate against benefits claimants. It comes after a judge has ruled "No DSS" blanket policy unlawful, after a mother was rejected by a lettings agency.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 14/07/2020
Blanket benefit ban ruled unlawful

Section 21: Your views, your research

The RLA's Policy Manager John Stewart reports on what the RLA has been doing to protect members' rights in the face of government proposals to abolish Section 21. In this article John thanks members for taking time out to respond to surveys and providing the evidence base upon which our campaigning is based.

Deep Insight John Stewart 20/08/2019
Section 21: Your views, your research

Additional HMO licensing scheme to be renewed in Camden

Camden Council has announced an additional licensing scheme is to be renewed for another five years.

Regional News Victoria Barker 13/07/2020
Additional HMO licensing scheme to be renewed in Camden

Articles by the Advice Team

13/07/2020

Profit is coming from relationships, not price increases

The broader economic environment remains somewhat bleak, but rather than allow this to add to the gloom, Nick Clay, suggests the positive relationships RLA members have with tenants will see them through these less certain times.

Deep Insight Nick Clay 28/06/2019
Profit is coming from relationships, not price increases

Lending figures continue to show hesitant PRS

New figures from the FCA/Bank of England on the value of residential loans and buy-to-let activity do not yet show the PRS is back to being a favoured vehicle for UK investors and entrepreneurs.

Deep Insight Nick Clay 09/07/2019
Lending figures continue to show hesitant PRS