Episode 1: A new beginning - is this the shape of things to come for the PRS?

In this episode we discuss the NRLA's (@nrlassociation) Renters' Reform Bill response, outlining the NRLA's proposals for a post-Section 21 PRS. Presenters NRLA CEO Ben Beadle (@BeadleBen) and Richard Blanco (@richardblanco_) talk to guests landlord and campaigner James Fraser and landlord and agent Susan Aktemel on the potential implications of the bill and the NRLA response to the plans. James outlines landlord concerns over the impact of the bill on both landlords and tenants and gives his thoughts on the NRLA proposals and how they could work in practice. Susan, who runs Glasgow-based letting agency and property management company Homes For Good, shares her experiences in Scotland, where the equivalent of Section 21 – Section 33 - was scrapped in December 2017 and replaced with 18 grounds for repossession. Elsewhere in the show James Harvie, of the NRLA advice team talks about the hot topics on the phonelines throughout the month and talks listeners through one of the many calls we receive. And we meet landlord, developer and presenter Sian Astley (@Moregeous) of TV's 'Getting the Builders In' and 'Half Built House' who shares her thoughts on supporting tenants through the pandemic and discusses ways to improve the look and feel of your rental homes without breaking the bank. If you enjoyed the show please spread the word on your social media channels using the hashtag #listenuplandlords For all podcast enquiries email [email protected]