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Tips for keeping a rental property safe when it's empty

Whatever the reason for your property being empty, it could be left at risk if not properly taken care of. Our partner Rentguard has created a summary of the potential risks and what you can do to help keep your rental property safe during periods of inoccupancy.

Partners and Suppliers Louise Carr 29/08/2023
Tips for keeping  a rental property safe when it's empty

Saving the student housing sector

Senior Campaigns and Public Affairs Officer Eleanor Bateman explains more about a newly launched NRLA survey, seeking the views of student landlords around the Renters (Reform) Bill.

Industry News Eleanor Bateman 24/08/2023
Saving the student housing sector

NRLA National Conference: Michael Gove confirmed as keynote speaker

The NRLA today announces that DLUHC Secretary of State Michael Gove will be the keynote speaker at the NRLA's National Conference on 24 October 2023.

Industry News Sam Hunter 24/08/2023
NRLA National Conference: Michael Gove confirmed as keynote speaker

Can mid-tenancy mediation help resolve rent arrears?

In this blog post, NRLA partner TDS take a closer look at a real-life case study around rent arrears, and explore how it was solved by the team at TDS Resolution.

Partners and Suppliers Sandy Bastin 21/08/2023
Can mid-tenancy mediation help resolve rent arrears?

A guide to setting rent prices and protecting your rental income

In this article, rent guarantee insurance provider Rentguard breaks down key areas for you to consider when setting rent prices, along with tips to help in the event your tenants can’t or won’t pay the rent.

Partners and Suppliers Louise Carr 21/08/2023
A guide to setting rent prices and protecting your rental income

Landlords not to blame for childminding crisis

The NRLA responds to a call from the Government for landlords to be more 'open-minded' when tenants ask if they can operate as childminders from their rental property.

Industry News Sam Hunter 21/08/2023
Landlords not to blame for childminding crisis

NRLA announces new partnership with Currys Business

The NRLA confirms that it has agreed a new partnership with Currys Business which will provide members with a range of new benefits.

Industry News Sam Hunter 18/08/2023
NRLA announces new partnership with Currys Business

Landlords twice as likely to sell property as buy

New research conducted by research consultancy BVA/BDRC and commissioned by the NRLA, reveals how over one in ten landlords in England and Wales sold properties in Q2 2023.

Industry News Sam Hunter 18/08/2023
Landlords twice as likely to sell property as buy

Council tax premiums and empty homes

Policy Officer Dan Cumming provides an update on a consultation around council tax premiums, second homes, and empty properties.

Industry News Dan Cumming 18/08/2023
Council tax premiums and empty homes

Deadline to respond to Lancaster licensing proposals extended

Landlords in Morecambe have longer to have their say on plans to introduce two licensing schemes in the town, after the Council extended a consultation.

Regional News Victoria Barker 17/08/2023
Deadline to respond to Lancaster licensing proposals extended