Quarterly Reports
NRLA quarterly reports
Each quarter the NRLA invites members to share with us their views and opinions on a range of topics, issues and Government policies which affect their ability to be a good landlord.
The results are published and build into a detailed picture of the views and opinions of landlords. These reports form the evidence base from which the NRLA makes the landlord case to both local and national Governments.
In Focus (2022, Qtr 3): Economic Influences and LGBTQ+ issues
The Quarter 3 consultation examines the impact that rising interest rates and inflation is having on landlords and the PRS. The report looks at landlords and LGBTQ+ tenants. It identifies some key issues, and a potential role for the NRLA in supporting landlords whose tenants are victims of hate crimes.
In Focus (2022, Qtr 2): Property Management and Regulation
Over 1,000 landlords contributed to the NRLA's Quarter 2 consultation. The survey examined landlords' experience of using letting agents. It also looks at the factors which explain why some landlords use online rather than a High Street agent. The study also looks at tenant complaints. Only a small proportion of landlords surveyed receive complaints, reflecting tenant satisfaction levels.
In Focus (2022, Qtr 1): Universal Credit, Local Housing Allowance & Welfare
This consultation with members focused on Universal Credit and the experiences of landlords and their tenants. Difficulties with Universal Credit diminish but persist. The process of Universal Credit still means landlords face arrears through no fault of either themselves or their tenants. This consultation also reveals landlords need to start preparations for HMRC's Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative.
In Focus (2021 Qtr 4): Accessibility, safety and standards
Over 1,000 landlords participated in this survey. The survey focused on accessibility. The analysis provides a landlord perspective on why there aren't more properties in the PRS for those who require specific adaptations to live independently. Clear market failure is identified. The research indicates how take up of opportunity could be increased through better partnership between landlord and local authority.
In Focus (2021, Qtr 3) - Taxation, mediation and policy innovation
The Quarter 3 survey focuses on issues around taxation, mediation and potential policy innovations that could improve the private rented sector. The study reports on sources of business advice, how landlords pay tax and their current readiness for Making Tax Digital. The report also provides an overview of the NRLA's recent "Student Landlord" collaboration with the DfE.
