August 2017

As April 1st 2018 approaches more and more calls to the Landlord Advice Team focus on the new requirements around energy efficiency. For most callers this is a relatively simple case of explaining that, from that date, it will be unlawful to grant a new tenancy (including renewals) to someone for a property with an […]

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It is the silent killer that could be lurking in taps, shower heads and air conditioning systems, and it causes hundreds of deaths each year according to Public Health England. Landlords are being encouraged to ensure that their knowledge is up to date by signing up to the RLA’s Legionella course. The accredited one day course is […]

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An increasing number of rental properties in London are being used for short term holiday lets using websites such as Airbnb and are no longer available for long term renting. New research by the Residential Landlords Association (RLA) across the capital has found that there has been a 75 per cent increase in the number of […]

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New rules regarding EPCs are due to come into force, with the introduction of minimum energy efficiency ratings in the PRS – changes that could have a big impact on those landlords whose homes do not meet the new standards. Do you know your obligations? Take our quick quiz to find out.

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has introduced a new helpline for landlords whose Universal Credit tenants will not communicate with them. The new number 0345 600 4272 can be used by landlords who are unable to obtain the tenant’s co-operation to get DWP to supply information when it comes to enquiries about major […]

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Sefton Council have confirmed the start of a ‘non-immediate’ Article 4 Direction planning restriction in certain areas of the borough. Article 4 directions restrict permitted rights either in relation to a particular area or site, or a particular type of development anywhere in the local authority’s area. When an Article 4 direction is in effect, […]

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It is a big year for energy efficiency, with 2017 marking ten years since the introduction of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). These certificates are necessary whenever a home is bought, sold or rented and are valid for 10 years. And change is afoot – with news rules being introduced next year proposing the introduction of […]

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The RLA’s Rent Smart Wales training has been given the scheme’s top ‘High Assurance’ rating following its first audit by a RSW inspector. The audit report praised the professionalism of the management, quality control and performance management systems as well as the association’s clear customer service and equality policies. It also awarded the RLA the […]

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All Fylde Coast Landlords have been invited to the Fylde Coast Landlords’ Forum. This meeting will be held in Blackpool Town Hall, Talbot Square, Blackpool on Thursday 7th September 2017. Doors open at 5:15pm for a 5:30pm start. Parking can be found behind the venue, above the former BHS. The meeting is open to all […]

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The RLA has launched a new online fire safety course for landlords and agents. Since the Grenfell Tower tragedy left the nation reeling, fire safety has never been far from the headlines, with landlords across the board contacting the RLA for more guidance when it comes to keeping tenants safe. In response to this the association […]

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