Partners and suppliers
Beyond loft insulation: Where landlords should really start with retrofit
Retrofitting is no longer just a buzzword. With rising energy bills and an expected increase to Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), it’s becoming essential for landlords to improve the energy performance of their properties. NRLA partner, Domna, tells us where landlords should really start with retrofit.
Summer Q&A - Your questions answered
Summer can be one of the busiest times of year for landlords. From student move-outs and garden overgrowth to hot weather problems and holiday absences, the warmer months bring a unique set of challenges. In this Q&A, the Tenancy Deposit Scheme addresses some of the most common questions we receive from landlords during the summer period.
6 ways for landlords to cut costs & boost efficiency
If your property is currently rated below a C, you might already be considering smart tech to boost efficiency. But there’s much more available than just programmable thermostats and hot water insulation. Our partner Currys Business shares six smart tech essentials for landlords—tools that can help you improve energy monitoring, support compliance, and cut down on unnecessary waste.
Buy-to-let market index
NRLA partner, GetGround has compiled a report to help us better understand the performance of the UK buy-to-let market on a quarterly basis in a simple way. This should help landlords make more informed decisions and access buy-to-let done better.
What flooring is best for student accommodation? Expert advice for landlords
Decorating student accommodation is a balancing act. It’s important to create a comfortable home-from-home environment that stands up to heavy footfall, frequent turnovers, and the occasional spilled coffee or muddy boot, while also keeping within budget. If you’re looking for affordable, low-maintenance flooring for student accommodation, NRLA partner Tapi have given us plenty of cost-effective options that will look good for years to come.
How to reduce tenant complaints with proactive property maintenance
A proactive approach to property maintenance doesn’t just reduce tenant complaints; it also helps protect your investment, cut down on unexpected costs, and make life easier for everyone involved. NRLA partner, YourRepair tells us how to stay ahead of problems before they turn into major headaches.
Buy-to-let market update: June 2025
Welcome to ‘Buy-to-Let Market’, a column aimed at providing you with recent criteria and product updates within the buy-to-let lending markets. The information within this article is correct as at 28/05/2025.
Six top tips for landlords to minimise rent arrears and ensure prompt payments
In an ideal world, tenants pay their rent on time, every time. However, in the face of more economic uncertainty, with rising living costs and funding cuts impacting household finances, the potential for tenants falling behind on payments is ever present. As a property dispute management organisation, the Strikes Property Services Group team deal with the sharp end of these financial difficulties. In many cases, we see that unpaid rent could have been prevented by taking a few simple steps.
Making Tax Digital
There are big changes ahead, and the way that many landlords report their income and expenditure has changed from April 2026, when Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment came into effect. Making Tax Digital (MTD) is part of the government initiative to improve efficiency, modernise and streamline the tax collection system, affecting landlords and small businesses. NRLA recognised supplier, RITA4RENT tells us more.
Uninvited guests: Dealing with ants, wasps and rats in rental properties
From ants invading the kitchen, to wasps setting up camp in the loft, to rats making the most of overflowing bins, summer brings its fair share of unwanted visitors. And when tenants start reporting creepy crawlies or furry intruders, the big question landlords often face is: “Who’s responsible for sorting this out?”. In this blog, the Tenancy Deposit Scheme shares what landlords need to know about handling summer pest issues, who is responsible, and how to avoid things escalating into a deposit dispute.
