Landlords are being urged to attend an event in Birmingham where the council will unveil “available support”.

This alludes to the Labour authority’s Accommodation Finding Team (AFT).

The AFT matches private landlords with families on the housing list looking for a home.

A statement says: “Private landlords can benefit by working with the team, which can help them find a tenant who offers long-term security and provide financial incentives tailored to a landlord’s needs.

“The team also provides tenant affordability assessments and free property compliance inspections.”

A council spokesperson says: “Since it was set up in 2022, the Accommodation Finding Team has saved £22m and provided 981 good-quality homes to families on the housing register seeking a home in Birmingham by working with private landlords.

“A priority for the team is to ensure that placements are right for both the tenant and the landlord. 

“So, the team works to ensure that properties meet relevant housing standards, are in good repair, and have well-maintained heating systems.

“Providing families on the housing register with a long-term home gives them the bedrock of opportunity that allows families to flourish and grow.

“I would encourage landlords to come and meet the team, to find out more about what they do, and how landlords can benefit by working with them.”