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New boiler waiting times – the winter trap

New boiler waiting times – the winter trap

New winter, same problem. Sometimes it’s October, and sometimes later. But without fail – every winter will see ‘the freeze’, known in the industry as ‘boiler switch on’. It’s the point in which boilers, often not touched since the previous Autumn fail on mass across the country. NRLA recognised supplier, Heatable, have 2 key pieces of advice for landlords before the big freeze.

Five tax mistakes that could be draining your rental profits

Five tax mistakes that could be draining your rental profits

Landlord tax is notoriously complex, so if you’re investing in buy-to-let or renting out a property you already own, it’s usually worth speaking to a qualified property tax specialist. In the 2024/25 tax year alone, HMRC’s increased enforcement activity led to landlords handing over £107 million in unpaid tax – averaging more than £13,500 per landlord. That figure was more than double what HMRC recovered just three years earlier. NRLA partner, LRG, tells us the 5 most common misunderstandings.

How landlords use inventory reports to avoid fines and the rogue landlord database

How landlords use inventory reports to avoid fines and the rogue landlord database

Rent isn’t profit: What UK landlords need to know about net returns

Rent isn’t profit: What UK landlords need to know about net returns

Inventories after ASTs: why property visits will matter more than ever

Inventories after ASTs: why property visits will matter more than ever

Mediation in action: How it can help resolve disputes during a tenancy

Mediation in action: How it can help resolve disputes during a tenancy

How to prepare for Awaab's Law as a private landlord

How to prepare for Awaab's Law as a private landlord

The hidden life of mould

The hidden life of mould

Alternative ways to end a standard occupation contract

Alternative ways to end a standard occupation contract

Ten tips for compliance with the Decent Homes Standard and Awaab's Law

Ten tips for compliance with the Decent Homes Standard and Awaab's Law

Ultimate guide to having an eco-friendly property

Ultimate guide to having an eco-friendly property

Winter cleaning: Ready your home for the festive season

Winter cleaning: Ready your home for the festive season

Buy-to-let vs. Residential mortgages

Buy-to-let vs. Residential mortgages

Renters Rights Act…Time to sell up?

Renters Rights Act…Time to sell up?

Hooks, holes and Halloween: Landlord tips for redecoration disputes

Hooks, holes and Halloween: Landlord tips for redecoration disputes

Transforming the air we breathe

Transforming the air we breathe