Episode 3: Adaptation crisis in the PRS? As well as top tips for becoming a young landlord

In this episode we discuss new adaptations guidance for private sector landlords, which was launched by the NRLA this week, and look at the unique challenges faced by younger landlords starting out in the business. With an ageing population and research showing four out of five disabled people are living in properties that do not meet their needs, demand for adapted homes is high, however supply is low. Presenters NRLA CEO Ben Beadle (@BeadleBen) and Richard Blanco (@richardblanco_) talk to guests Sallie Stone Bearne and Josh Wintersgill about the new guidance, designed to help landlords whose tenants request adaptations, and look at what more can be done to boost the supply of adapted homes. Sallie is the founder of Branch Properties, which specialises in finding accommodation for disabled people in the private rented sector, and has worked with the NRLA to inform the guidance. Josh is a wheelchair user who has struggled to find a property to meet his needs within the private rented sector (PRS) and is still looking for a suitable home. Elsewhere in the show Catherine Behdad, of the NRLA advice team talks about the hot topics on the phonelines throughout the month, including electrical safety. The NRLA has made representations to MHCLG asking for clarifications to its guidance after reports from members that some electricians are, as standard, issuing certificates only valid until a change of tenancy. Lastly we meet Callum Stevens, an NRLA member who built up a portfolio of properties while in his 20s. He talks about the challenges of getting started in property as a young landlord and how they can be overcome. If you enjoy the show please spread the word on your social media channels using the hashtag #listenuplandlords . For all podcast enquiries email [email protected] More information To access the NRLA guidance on property adaptations click here. For the latest on Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) and electrical safety guidance click here. To hear more about Callum’s journey from university student to portfolio landlords check out our members’ magazine Property To read a transcript of the podcast visit our webpage here.