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Section 21 and rental reform plans published at last
Proposals outlining the biggest changes to the private rented sector in more than 30 years will be made public by the Government today. The NRLA has welcomed Government promises on possession grounds and court reform, but said more detail is needed, particularly as regards a replacement for Section 21.
Your Wales events and training update: June & July
Welcome to your training and events guide for June and July. .
Welsh Committee report backs NRLA calls for clearer definition of second homes
The Senedd's Local Government and Housing Committee has published its report following its inquiry into Second Homes in Wales. The Committee has made 15 recommendations to Welsh Government including the NRLA's call for the use of consistent definitions of what 'second homes; are when designing policies.
EPC Rules for Rented Property: What you Need to Know
The government plans to make energy efficiency standards for rented property stricter in the near future. Act now, says Kirsty Burnham, head of property at Movewise.
The Big Question: Who is responsible for cleaning at your rental property?
Who is responsible for keeping your rental properties clean? Do you leave it to your tenants, or do you employ a cleaner? That's the latest topic to be put under the microscope in the next "Big Question" feature in NRLA members’ magazine, Property.
How to deal with common household pests
Summer is here and you may have noticed slightly more flies, bees or even wasps in your home of late. Household pests can be common in warmer weather, and to mark World Pest Day on 6th June, the British Pest Control Association (BPA) has launched some best practice advice for landlords when dealing with pests.
Renters and Landlords face perfect storm as benefit freeze bites
Over 820,000 private rented households in Britain experience a shortfall between their housing benefit payment and their monthly rents.
Landlords: Are your Tenants in it for the Long Haul?
The Tenant Fee Act is now three years old as of June 1st 2022. This seismic introduction to the letting industry has changed the way many landlords approach buy-to-let, especially those using a managing agent. NRLA partner Viewber gives us their insight.
The Complete Guide to Protecting your Property from Damage to Underground Services
NRLA partners Hamilton Fraser Total Landlord Insurance explain everything landlords need to know about protecting their property from damage to underground services - from how to make sure you have comprehensive cover and what's not covered, to preventing damage, what to do if there's a problem and who is responsible for repairs.
Energy efficiency - what you need to do when embarking on your retrofitting journey
