We are delighted to welcome Rosemary Steen as the new Director of the RTB today. Rosemary joins us from Design & Craft Council Ireland. Our thanks to Owen Keegan for his exemplary leadership as Interim Director. Read more: rtb.ie/about-rtb/news… youtube.com/watch?v=7ESLIZ…

🎉Have you accepted your CAO offer? Congratulations! As you embark on this new journey, remember to stay informed about your rights and responsibilities as a student renter. The RTB is here to help! For more information visit our Renting in College page: bit.ly/3Pq91SM

The RTB is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Higher Executive Officer – Content Editor. For full details, please visit: bit.ly/3YABSZG Closing date for applications: 5pm, Wednesday 18th September 2024.

🧑‍🎓Did you know that there are new rules for Student Specific Accommodation (SSA)? Tenants in SSA have most of the same rights as private tenants. However, there are some differences. Find out about these differences and new rules here: bit.ly/3Pq91SM

When self-resolution is not a viable option, the RTB’s Dispute Resolution Service is available to all case parties to a tenancy including tenants, registered landlords and impacted third parties. Find out more about the RTB’s self-resolution service here: bit.ly/4g2S3Fy

📢 Second Round CAO offers are out! Whether you've secured your place or are still deciding, ensure you're aware of your rental rights as a student. For more information visit our Renting in College page: bit.ly/3Pq91SM

The RTB is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Higher Executive Officer – Content Editor. For full details, please visit: bit.ly/3YABSZG Closing date for applications: 5pm, Wednesday 18th September 2024.

Today the RTB released the Q1 2024 Rent Index and preliminary findings of the ‘Individual Property Level Analysis’. Access the report, press release, and infographic here: bit.ly/4elbSGA #RTBRentIndex youtube.com/watch?v=yAWaIR…

To provide an understanding of how rental prices vary across regions, the RTB Rent Index presents data on new tenancies at the national, regional, county, city, local authority, and local electoral area level. Read the new #RTBRentIndex report here: bit.ly/4elbSGA

Preliminary findings from the RTB’s new ‘Individual Property Level Analysis’ indicate that 74% of existing tenants nationwide experienced rent increases of 2% or less, in line with RPZ limits. 🔍 Find out more information here: bit.ly/4elbSGA

We’re all set at the National Ploughing Championships! 🚜🌾 The RTB is on-site, at booth 📍172 and we are ready to connect and share valuable info. Stop by our booth to learn more about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant or landlord. See you there! #Ploughing2024

📍 Carrigaline LEA in Cork and Galway County now meet the criteria for Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) designation, following four consecutive quarters of rent inflation above 7%. Read the #RTBRentIndex report here: bit.ly/4elbSGA

The Q1 2024 #RTBRentIndex found the highest growth in rent for new tenancies was recorded in Leitrim and Longford, with increases of 22.6% and 22.5% respectively. 📈 Find out more information here: bit.ly/4elbSGA

Preliminary findings from the ‘Individual Property Level Analysis’ suggest that tenants in non-RPZ areas are more likely to experience significant rent increases, with 16.5% experiencing hikes of 8% or amore. Read the #RTBRentIndex report here: bit.ly/4elbSGA

Existing tenants continue to pay lower rents than new tenants. The standardised average rent for new tenancies is now €1,612 per month, while for existing tenancies it stands at €1,391—a difference of €221 or 15.9%. 💰 Learn more here: bit.ly/4elbSGA

Applications for the RTB’s Higher Executive Officer – Content Editor close Monday 23rd September at 3pm. For further information on the role, and application process, please visit: bit.ly/3YABSZG

The Q1 2024 #RTBRentIndex shows that nationally, rents for new tenancies have increased by 8.1% annually, while rents for existing tenancies have risen by 5.9%. 📈 To read the report click here: bit.ly/3RmAypk

The rules that apply when setting rent depend on whether the rented property is in a Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) or outside these zones. However, all tenants must be given a minimum of 90 days’ notice of the new rent. Find out more information here: bit.ly/3XAscwk

The RTB Dispute Resolution Service is a vital service whereby the RTB performs a critical quasi-judicial role within the residential rental sector. Learn more about the dispute resolution process on our website: bit.ly/4g2S3Fy

Landlords are obliged to update the RTB on any changes to an existing tenancy registered, including: 🟣 Rent Amount Update 🟡 Add/Remove a Tenant 🔵 Add/Remove a Tenant For more information on updating a tenancy, please visit our website: bit.ly/3B8nEps