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Tenant Fees Act and deposit schemes
It has now been three years since the introduction of the Tenant Fees Act in England, yet we still take calls from landlords unsure of their position. This month's caller wanted to know more about zero deposit schemes.
To Guarantor or Not Guarantor: That is the Question
A few regular comments and queries regularly crop up when NRLA partners RentGuarantor.com speak to landlords whose tenants using their rent guarantor service. In this blog post, the team at RentGuarantor.com outline three of their most popular landlord question areas.
Welsh Government delays implementation of Renting Homes Wales Act
The Welsh Government has announced that the implementation of the Renting Homes Wales Act will be delayed until 1 December 2022. Our Chief Executive Ben Beadle provides the NRLA's response to this news.
What determines fair wear and tear vs tenant damage?
Wear and tear is inevitable in rental properties, so clearly understanding what "fair wear and tear" means is essential for landlords and tenants. But what exactly constitutes "wear and tear" versus "damage caused by tenants?" Here, NRLA partner the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) looks at this common landlord problem.
A Landlord's Guide to Deposits and Tenancy Protection
A tenancy deposit, sometimes called a security deposit, is a landlord's insurance against damage, loss of rent or cleaning bills. Landlords must, by law, place their tenants' deposit in a tenancy deposit protection (TDP) scheme within 30 days of receiving it if the property is rented out on an assured shorthold tenancy. Rentguard tells you everything you need to know about deposits and tenancy protection.
Decent homes - a sensible, straightforward solution
NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle on the NRLA's new Property Passport plan, developed in response to the Government's Decent Homes agenda. The proposals will streamline compliance and makes landlords' lives easier, while at the same time offering tenants the assurances they need that their home is safe and secure.
14 Tips to Help You Reduce Condensation in your Property
Condensation occurs when warm air collides with cold surfaces, or when there's too much humidity in your home and creates water - water which collects as droplets on a cold surface when humid air is in contact with it. While condensation itself isn't a problem, if it's not treated, it can cause damp patches to form where mould can grow. Envirovent has compiled a list of tips to pass on to your tenants so that they can reduce the amount of condensation forming in their homes.
Reclaiming 'decency' for private landlords
The existing Decent Homes Standard was written two decades ago for a different sector, facing different challenges, with a lengthy implementation plan. In order to meet issues head on we need a revised standard, designed for all rented homes, and an appropriate timetable. Our proposals take the best from existing regulations and make it easier for landlords and tenants to apply them.
NRLA addresses ministers on Decent Homes plans
NRLA proposals for a new Decent Homes Standard were the focus of a meeting of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for the PRS today. During the meeting in Westminster this morning, policy director Chris Norris outlined the association’s plans, which include proposals for ‘property passports’.
NRLA calls for property passports to crackdown on sub-standard housing
The NRLA has published its response to the Government's proposal to extend the Decent Homes Standard to the private rented sector. In its response, the NRLA suggests that 'property passports' could be introduced to help landlords demonstrate their properties are compliant with regulations.
