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Landlord Confidence Index (LCI) No.13: 2022 Q1
After a run of increasing confidence, the Quarter 1 survey presented a picture of uncertainty. Not only has confidence dipped, but the proportion of landlords planning to sell has risen. Landlord costs and the regulatory framework are key reasons underpinning this loss of confidence. This survey was undertaken before the 2022 Queen's Speech and announcements of proposed reforms to the PRS.
The Rise of the 'DIY Landlord'
The 'squeeze' on private landlords over recent years has left many wondering if property investment is worth the aggravation. Increased estate agency charges, maintenance costs, electrical safety certificates, energy performance upgrade requirements, and reduced tax relief for landlords, are a few of the costs undermining 'buy to let' as a profitable venture. Edward Gray talks about how landlords are taking things into their own hands.
Mental Health Awareness week - taking care of yourself and your tenants
Letting out homes can be a stressful business, and with the impact of Covid-19 and added pressures of the current cost-of-living crisis it is no surprise many people are struggling with their mental health. This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and, with this in mind, the NRLA is reminding landlords to think about their mental wellbeing - and to reach out if they need help.
A Case of Rent Arrears
Whilst most tenancies run smoothly, some will result in deposit disputes, causing unforeseen costs, worries and delays. Dispute over cleaning are among the most common. Here Sandy Bastin of TDS reveals what to do to protect yourself.
How to Prove Your Rented Property is Safe for Habitation
As amendments to smoke and carbon monoxide alarm legislation loom for rented properties later this year, we look at how inventory reporting is critical for demonstrating healthy human habitation in tenancies. Here Richard Abbots tells us how to keep your rental properties safe.
How could different types of tenants affect my insurance policy?
There are as many types of tenants as there are rental properties. Who you, as a landlord, chooses to rent to - or the type of tenant your property attracts - depends on many factors including your own preferences, the type of property you are renting and the location of the property.
NRLA in talks with Director General for Levelling Up
Rental reform, the proposed landlord register and the growing gulf between supply and demand for privately rented homes were on the agenda when NRLA CEO Ben Beadle met with top housing civil servant Emran Mian. Mr Mian met with Ben to discuss some of the major issues concerning private sector landlords ahead of this week’s Queen’s Speech.
Blog: NRLA win as possession grounds to be strengthened
Today's Queen's Speech saw the UK Government re-commit to a Renters Reform Bill, including the abolition of Section 21 while also strengthening landlords' rights to possession through new grounds. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle explains what happens next.
Possession grounds to be strengthened as end of Section 21 in sight
Plans to abolish Section 21 repossessions will be brought forward it has been confirmed in the Queen's Speech today. NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle has welcomed the Government's commitment to tackling arrears and antisocial behaviour and will continue to lobby Ministers to ensure other grounds for possessions are fair.
Gimme Shelter: tackling flawed logic head-on
This week, following the publication of new research on Section 21 evictions by Shelter, our Chief Executive Ben Beadle wrote to Shelter's CEO, Polly Neate, to challenge the misleading claims set out in their report. In this blog, Ben explains more.
