SWLA – Landlord Accreditation Course – Face to Face

Landlord Accreditation Training Course – Face to Face Thursday 3rd October 2024 – 9:15 – 4:30pm Venue – Reception Room, Plymouth Council House, Armada Way,…

Labour Confirms Minimum EPC ‘C’ by 2030 Requirement for Landlords

Labour has confirmed plans for all rented properties to achieve a minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) grade C by 2030. This initiative was confirmed by…

Government Rules Out Rent Controls in England

The Housing Minister (Matthew Pennycook) has ruled out the introduction of rent controls in England. The comments were made in a written response to a…

10% Off Everything at TradePoint/B&Q in Store and Online from Friday 2nd August – Tuesday 6th August (SWLA TradePoint Members – this is additional to your SWLA 10% discount)

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rate

The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 5.25% to 5%, the first drop since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020. Home…

The King’s Speech 2024 – What’s in store for landlords?

Over 40 Bills were announced at the State Opening of Parliament (in the King’s speech) on 17th July, including the Renters’ Rights Bill. Commentary about…

Fire Safety Documents Boxes

There is an item that you can place within a communal area of Flats or HMOs that can make a huge difference to the fire…

SWLA Open Office Event – Busy as Always!

It was great to see members old and new attend our open office event! We all had a lovely time catching up with everyone (and…

Angela Rayner Appointed as Secretary of State for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG)

Angela Rayner has been made Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The department, which has…

New SWLA Member Discount Provider!  – Beacon Blinds

As Plymouth’s largest blinds showroom, Beacon Blinds stocks a comprehensive range of blinds, curtains and awnings. They are a local blinds supplier providing great value…

TradePoint – The Big Sale – Friday 28th June – Monday 1st July 2024 – Extra 10% Off for SWLA TradePoint Members

  For all deals, visit The Big You Can Do It Sale | Tradepoint (trade-point.co.uk) from Friday 28th June.  

SWLA Open Office Afternoon

Notice of a General Meeting  Open afternoon in the SWLA Office Wednesday 10th July 2024 – 3pm – 6pm @ 30 Dale Road, Plymouth PL4…

SWLA Meet with Peter Gold, Prospective Parliamentary Candidate

The President and Chairman met with Peter Gold (Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport. Central to the discussion were items on Reform’s Contract…

E-Bike Battery Fires on the Rise – Gov.uk Release Safety Guide

The news has been awash with reports of E-Bike battery fires and in this tragic case, the deaths within a young family; https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd11gnqp27wo If your tenant…

Summer Open Office Afternoon

Wednesday 10th July from 3pm-6pm, pop in for a cream tea and a catch up! All welcome.   SWLA Open Office Afternoon – South West…

New SWLA Member Discount Provider!  – Marks Electrical

For over 35 years, Marks Electrical have been selling the best of appliances and televisions to over a million satisfied customers. Marks Electrical are offering…

Leasehold and Reform Act

Whilst the Renters (Reform) Bill did not complete its passage. The Leasehold and Reform Act is now law and will come into force. We will…

What would the PRS look like under a Labour government?

On Wednesday 15 May 2024, the Labour Housing Group hosted the launch of the report of the Independent Review of the Private Rented Sector. The…

County Lines – What is it and how can Landlords help stop it?

  County lines | Devon & Cornwall Police (devon-cornwall.police.uk)

TradePoint/B&Q up to 25% off Home Refresh Products – From Friday 31st May to Monday 24th June 2024

Perfect for landlords and property developers! SWLA Trade Discount members get an extra 10% off on top. For all ‘Refresh for Less’ deals, visit Search…

SWLA Trago2Business Members – 20% Off This Bank Holiday Weekend at Trago Mills!!

  Saturday 25th May until Monday 27th May 2024. Usual exemptions apply. If you are an SWLA member and have not yet applied for your…

Free Landlord Webinar – by Martyn Taylor of Ashley Taylors Legal – Where are we with Renters Reform? – Tuesday 28th May 2024

This month’s 30 minute Ashley Taylors Legal Webinar looks at the issues and problems that are arising with the Renters Reform proposals. It’s worth knowing…

Landlord Accreditation Course – Face to Face

Landlord Accreditation Training Course – Face to Face Thursday 3rd October 2024 – 9:15 – 4:30pm Venue – Reception Room, Plymouth Council House, Armada Way,…

RENT SMART DEVON – Free Landlord Open Event – 23 May 2024 – Exeter Racecourse

Teignbridge is hosting the following event jointly with East Devon District Council, Exeter City Council and Mid Devon District Council. SWLA have a stand at…

Waste Management in HMOs

Waste and HMOs: A Guide for Landlords and Managing Agents – by Plymouth City Council HMOs (Houses of Multiple Occupation) can present unique challenges when…