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Holiday lets consultation launched by Government
A review of the impact of Airbnb holiday lets on residents and the UK housing market is being launched by Government. Spot checks and a self certification scheme are among plans being investigated.
Rental reform: Periodic tenancies - a deep dive
The abolition of the fixed term tenancy was one of the most surprising announcements in the recent white paper on rental reform. We look at the likely impact of proposals and what adjustments need to be made for plans to work.
Supreme Court to consider rent-to-rent case
Rent-to-rent, as a business model divides opinion. The NRLA has intervened in an appeal case centring around licensing and who is responsible for compliance, the landlord or the rent-to-rent company.
New speakers announced for inaugural NRLA conference
More speakers have been announced for the NRLA’s first conference, which will be held in Coventry on November 15. Housing minister Eddie Hughes MP will be the keynote speaker at the event at the Coventry Building Society Arena.
Minister joins NRLA at Shelter Cymru conference
Climate change minister Julie James addressed the Shelter Cymru conference this week, with the NRLA also in attendance to discuss the vital role PRS landlords play in providing vital homes to rent for those in need.
NRLA Podcast: Renters' Reform Special
The Government's white paper on renters' reform comes under the spotlight in this month's podcast - with presenters Richard and Ben discussing the impact of proposals on landlords and the PRS and what will happen next.
Action needed to tackle supply crisis
The PRS is facing a supply crisis, with action needed now to tackle the issue as demand continues to rise. We look at the emerging trends and what Government needs to do to support landlords to stay in the sector.
Renting Homes Wales: New secondary legislation
New secondary legislation has been released by the Welsh Government in preparation for the introduction of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act in December. Our policy manager James Wood takes a look at the changes.
The Big Question: Who cleans your rentals?
Who is responsible for keeping your rental properties clean? Do you leave it to your tenants, or employ a cleaner? That's the latest topic to be put under the microscope in our ‘Big Question’ feature.
Blog: How to deal with common household pests
Summer is here and household pests such as flies, bees and wasps can be common. To mark World Pest Day on 6th June, the British Pest Control Association has some best practice advice.
Your latest local licensing update
Our licensing blog this month includes news of several licensing schemes being consulted on in the North-West of England. It also outlines new schemes that will be coming into force.
Your training and events update for July
Classroom classes are back to complement our eLearning and eClassroom training programme. Why not join us to improve your knowledge, or sign up for one of our national or regional webinars.
Help and advice
Call of the month: Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms
This month we helped a landlord understand more about upcoming amendments to the smoke and carbon monoxide alarm regulations in England, which are due to take effect from 1st October.
Forum spotlight: Decorating and your tenants
A member posted on our forum asking whether they should allow their tenant to pick the colour of paint for a bathroom in their property - and how other landlords had approached the issue.
TradePoint: How to refresh your decking
Decking can be a useful addition to most gardens, but it is vital it is kept in good condition. NRLA partner TradePoint provides some useful advice when it comes to sprucing up decking.
Course of the month: Agents' qualifications
Letting agents and property managers can now take nationally recognised professional qualifications in managing property and residential letting via the NRLA’s Training Academy.
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