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Bristol Investor Seminar – 30th May 2024 – 5.30pm – SWLA MEMBERS AND GUESTS WELCOME
Book your tickets to update your knowledge on property investing and learn from experts. For further information and to book your ticket please click here;…
Landlord Insurance Partnerships
SWLA are excited to announce a new insurance partnership with Alan Boswell Group. We can also confirm that Oakfield Insurance are continuing their long standing partnership with…
Court Fees Going Up by 10% in May 2024
Possession Claims will increase from £355.00 to £391.00. Issuing a Warrant of Possession (the Bailiff application fee) will increase from £130.00 to £143.00. These increases…
SWLA General Speaker Meeting – Busy as Always!
It was lovely to see many members, old and new, at our General Speaker Meeting this week. Thank you to Phil Keddie, Expert Property Consultant…
Proposed Rental (Reform) Bill Amendments
New proposed amendments to the Renters (Reform) Bill have been revealed. The amendments appear to be sensible solutions to a few sticking points in the…
TradePoint B&Q Easter Deals Start Today – SWLA TradePoint Members Receive an Extra 10% Off!
For all deals please see the TradePoint website; TradePoint deals and promotions | Trade building supplies | TradePoint (trade-point.co.uk)
Double Council Tax on Empty Homes Takes Effect on 01 April 2024
Homes in England with no residents will attract a council tax premium of up to 100% from 01 April as tax reforms aimed at supporting…
SWLA General Speaker Meeting
Wednesday 17th April 2024 – Future Inn Plymouth – 7.30pm start – Members & their guests welcome.
Grants Available to Upgrade Off-Gas Properties in Plymouth
Plymouth Energy Community (PEC) is an award-winning local charity with 10 years of experience supporting households in Plymouth. Its Future Fit team is working in partnership…
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…
Meter Tampering: A Hidden Danger for Property, Tenants, and the Community
Meter tampering is a significant challenge in the housing sector as it impacts landlords, tenants and the wider community and can destroy homes, businesses, and…
Plymouth HMO Licence Fee Increase
HMO Licencing fee changes come into effect on 1st April 2024 The fees are to be increased in line with the 6% uplift across the…
10% Off B&Q TradePoint This Weekend – Plus an Extra 10% Off for SWLA TradePoint Members
FRIDAY 8th MARCH 2024 – TUESDAY 12th MARCH 2024
Local Housing Allowance (LHA) Rates to Increase from 01 April 2024
Local Housing Allowance (LHA) determines the maximum financial support available for renters in the private rented sector. The Secretary of State has committed to reviewing the…
New HMO Licencing Schemes in Bristol
Bristol City Council’s Cabinet has now approved the two new schemes which were subject to a consultation last year. The two new schemes will come…
Next Landlord Accreditation Course – Online
Landlord Accreditation Training Course – ONLINE Wednesday 1st May 2024 – 9:00 – 4:30pm Venue – Online Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75…
Does Your Rental Property Have an EPC Rating of E or Below? Are Your Tenants on an Annual Income of Less Than £31,000?
10% Off Everything at B&Q/TradePoint This Weekend – SWLA TradePoint Members Receive an Extra 10% Off
SWLA AGM 2024
Thank you to members who attended our AGM this week, and thanks to members who sent their apologies. Steve Lees, SWLA Chair, lead the evening,…
Shelter and Citizens Advice Plymouth Visit the SWLA Office
We often meet Shelter and Citizens Advice representatives at local housing meetings, so it was a welcome change to welcome Jack, Jaroslava and Sarah to…
Consultation Open for Awaab’s Law – Timescales for Repair in the Social Rented Sector
Exposure to mould can cause respiratory illnesses, allergies and asthma, and can sometimes be fatal. In 2020, two-year-old Awaab Ishak died after prolonged exposure to…
Huge Increase in Fines for Right to Rent Non-Compliance
As of 22nd January 2024 For landlords the fines increased from £80 per lodger and £1,000 per occupier for a first breach to up to…
1/2 Day Course Opportunities
Plymouth City Council are working with South West Landlords Association to drive up the standards of accommodation on offer in our city. They are providing…
TradePoint Offers – With an Extra 10% Off for ‘SWLA TradePoint’ Members
For further information see the TradePoint website; https://www.trade-point.co.uk/
