For the first time, the average rent for existing tenancies grew at a faster rate than for new tenancies

Some local landlords are not complying with basic standards in the properties they are renting out

Maurice Deverell, who lives in Dun Laoghaire, said there has been a significant decline in the number of landlords in the last two years.

The IPOA is urging the Government to introduce tax reforms and review current rental regulations to address the mass departure of property owners from the rental market.

Large landlords account for more than one in five private tenancies in Dublin.

New Residential Tenancies Board figures show the proportion of landlords renting just one property is at its highest level ever.

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Conor McGarry and his company RentDodo aims to solve issues facing tenants like being scammed by untrustworthy landlords or those that post fake ads for certain lettings.

Sinn Fein finance spokesperson Pearse Doherty said renters were being ‘fleeced’ in every county across Ireland.

Mary Lou McDonald called on a no-fault eviction ban to be introduced until March to prevent people being evicted at Christmas.

Almost one third of tenants said their rent is higher than it was when they began their tenancy

Mary Conway expressed her frustration with the Residential Tenancies Board

Mr Varadkar said the tax relief that could see landlords saving 600 euro in the first year, rising to 1,000 euro, was to stop them leaving the market

Budget 2024 included a temporary tax relief designed to benefit small landlords.