General News Updates
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Prevent expensive repairs this winter
Landlords know the season of leaky roofs, frozen pipes and heating problems is with us. Here is a brief checklist to help ensure some of the most common problems are identified and avoided … more
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Next NLA branch meeting - DERBY
Tuesday 19th December 2017, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Jurys Inn, King Street, Derby, DE1 3DB
Tea, coffee and mince pies will be provided
Agenda
Legislation and PRS Industry Update - … more
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New Training Courses in Nottingham
Renting to tenants on benefits - Wed 31, Jan 2018, 09:30am - 12:45pm
Private landlords may choose to specialise on providing accommodation to working age tenants dependant on income related … more
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Damp and Mould
This is a common problem in properties. Older properties tend to suffer more than new ones, but rental properties are particularly prone.
The problem is often a matter of degree: from a … more
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Are you ready for the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards rules?
Landlords have less than four months to ensure their rental properties meet the new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).
Here we’ll explain how the new MEES will work in regards to … more
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Do you reject tenants with pets?
Do you reject tenants with pets?
With over 46% of us being pet owners, you could be cutting off a large amount of prospective tenants.
If you are considering opening your options, read Tessa … more
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Research reveals concerns around new insurance-based deposit schemes
Landlords and tenants are divided by new insurance based tenancy deposit scheme.
Landlords worry they may not be covered for damages at the end of tenancy and tenants are concerned deposit … more
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Joint tenancies
Has one of your tenants moved out and you have remaining tenants in the property?
Tessa Sheperson explores the legal situation and provides a great case study on joint tenants. … more
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Great news for Landlords re: Universal Credit
News from the RLA on Universal Credit-
Alan Ward RLA Chairman
24th Nov 2017
‘The RLA Campaigns Team is pleased to report that the Government has listened to us on … more
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Licensing: A Comprehensive Overview (Webinar)
With more and more councils across the country exploring licensing schemes, this is now becoming more important to landlords with lots of questions arising.
Are you aware of … more