BREAKING: NRLA signs innovative deal with Crisis to help reduce homelessness

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The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has struck a partnership with homelessness charity Crisis.

This two-way deal will see the NRLA work to persuade more private landlords to offer those who have faced homelessness in the past properties to rent via Crisis, while existing landlords who do this will be offered NRLA membership and greater support to tenants to help sustain tenancies.

“Together we’ll be offering a range of tailored services and advice to landlords, supporting them to take on tenancies, with confidence and security, with people who have previously been homeless,” says Matt Downie (pictured), Chief Executive of Crisis.

The aim is that though this collaboration, both organisations will be able to play a greater role in helping reduce homelessness across the UK by improving access to the private rented sector.

Ben Beadle, the NRLA’s Chief Executive, says: “This partnership recognises the importance that the private rented sector and responsible landlords play in providing safe, decent and secure accommodation, and gives practical support to both renters and landlords to sustain tenancies.

“We are delighted to be starting this innovative project with our friends at Crisis. Unlike some housing charities, Crisis works practically to assist homeless individuals to secure homes, get back on their feet and maintain tenancies for the long-term.

“We at the NRLA identify closely with this approach and believe that by working together we can go some way towards ending homelessness across the UK.”

Affordable properties

Downie adds: “If we have enough secure, affordable properties for people to rent, thousands of people can avoid falling into homelessness.

“That’s why we are delighted to work with the NRLA, drawing on their wealth of experience to support and identify landlords who want to be part of the solution to ending homelessness, while improving the experience for tenants and landlords alike.

“This includes a designated point of contact throughout the tenancy, matching the right tenant to the property, mediation and tenancy breakdown prevention and free rental insurance.”

“This partnership provides an important opportunity for Crisis and the NRLA to join forces to make the Private Rented Sector a better and fairer place for all involved.”

Main pic credit: Crisis.

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