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Venue – Reception Room, Plymouth Council House, Armada Way, Plymouth PL1 2AA
Price – £80 for members of SWLA, £100 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or via the website to book your place, places secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1230 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
Venue – Reception Room, Plymouth Council House, Armada Way, Plymouth PL1 2AA
Price – £80 for members of SWLA, £100 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or via the website to book your place, places secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1230 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
Wednesday 10th July from 3pm-6pm, pop in for a cream tea and a catch up! All welcome.
SWLA Open Office Afternoon – South West Landlords Association (landlordssouthwest.co.uk)
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 advise members when the Act comes into force.
What is included in the Act?
Once the Act is in force, the legislation aims to strengthen consumer rights by:
What is not included in the Act?
A cap on ground rents, this was not included.
In addition to this, new flats will remain leasehold by default. Initially, the Act was expected to make commonhold the default tenure for flats.
A number of amendments aimed at resolving the unfairness of the Building Safety Act were also not included.
Article Abridged from NRLA
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/leasehold-reforms-become-law
Thursday 3rd October 2024 – 9:15 – 4:30pm
Venue – Reception Room, Plymouth Council House, Armada Way, Plymouth PL1 2AA
Price – £80 for members of SWLA, £100 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or via the website to book your place, places secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1230 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
Wednesday 17th April 2024 – Future Inn Plymouth – 7.30pm start – Members & their guests welcome.
Wednesday 1st May 2024 – 9:00 – 4:30pm
Venue – Online
Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or info@landlordssouthwest.co.uk to book your place, places only secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1200 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
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 courses to interested parties keen to increase their knowledge and improve the standards of the accommodation they offer.
The courses are initially offered to various partners of PCC but where there are places available they will be offered to SWLA members on a first come first served basis. The first 1/2 day course took place today on Damp & Mould, it was very informative.
Keep your eye out for any further opportunities.
Wednesday 24th January 2024 – 7.30pm start – Future Inn Plymouth – Members Only
The Government announced on 20th October 2023, the planned abolition will not occur until there are significant improvements in the court processes for legitimate possession cases. The Government has committed to improve the process before moving forward with any changes to the Section 21.
The key points;
Landlords can therefore continue to use the Section 21 notice, this however is a postponement not a cancellation.
Tuesday 6th February 2024 – 9:15 – 4:30pm
Venue – Reception Room, Plymouth Council House, Armada Way, Plymouth PL1 2AA
Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or via the website to book your place, places secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1185 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental standard.
The How to Rent Guide was updated and republished on 02 October 2023.
The changes are as follows;
”The How to Rent guide has been updated with advice on how to access free legal aid services, advice and support, regardless of financial circumstances.”
Any tenancies that began on or after 02 October 2023 are affected, ensure that this new version is supplied to your tenants at the start of the tenancy or before.
Always print the How to Rent Guide from the gov.uk website to ensure that you are providing the most up to date version.
PATH (Plymouth Access to Housing) are seeking properties in Plymouth for people in need of housing. There are many families with children and single people in temporary accommodation looking for a home.
All residential properties considered, rooms, flats, HMOs and houses.
There are numerous benefits and letting options for landlords who work with PATH including;
For more information please contact PATH;
easylet@pathdevon.org 01752 293719
Wednesday 18th October 2023 @ 7.30pm Future Inn Plymouth, members and their guests welcome
It’s that time of year again! 2023-2024 membership renewal payments are due by 01 November 2023: £50.00.
How to pay-
BACS – (Please quote your name/membership number as the reference) to:
Account Name: SWLA Sort Code: 20-68-10 Account Number: 50498610
Cheque – payable to ‘SWLA’:
SWLA, 30 Dale Road, Plymouth, PL4 6PD
Card – You can call the office and pay by card over the telephone. Opening hours 10am – 3pm Monday to Friday.
A receipt for your renewal payment will be sent by email.
Wednesday 12th July 2023 – 3pm – 6pm
@
30 Dale Road, Plymouth PL4 6PD
Come and meet staff, committee and other SWLA members.
There will be a cream tea for you to enjoy while you chat.
All welcome.
We hope you will take the opportunity to pop in.
Venue – Online
If you are accredited this will count towards your CPD hours, but the course is open to all.
Cost for SWLA members – £35, Cost for non-SWLA members – £40
Course will cover –
As well as other relevant issues.
Places secured upon receipt of payment, book your place through the office 01752 510913.
Course will be instructed by Stephen Fowler from Training for Professionals.
Thursday 19th October 2023 – 9:00 – 4:30pm
Venue – Online
Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or info@landlordssouthwest.co.uk to book your place, places only secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1150 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
Tuesday 20th June 2023 – 9:30 – 4:30pm
Venue – Astor Room, Plymouth Guildhall, Royal Parade, Plymouth PL1 1HA
Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or via the website to book your place, places secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1150 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
Wednesday 19th April 2023 @ 7.30pm Future Inn Plymouth, members and their guests welcome
Wednesday 8th February 2023 – 9:30am – 1pm
Venue – Online
If you are accredited this will count towards your CPD hours, but the course is open to all.
Cost for SWLA members – £35 Cost for non-SWLA members – £40
Course will cover –
Disrepair situations and not resolving them in a timely manner has the potential to derail possession claims and can lead to a financial counterclaim and fixed penalty fines. This course will cover the statutory and common law obligations placed upon landlords, explore fitness for human habitation, the importance of inventories and visits to check for disrepair/lifestyle causing damage or potential damage. Also, what landlords can expect from their tenants regarding living in a ‘tenant like manner’…. Plus, some useful tips on how to avoid potential problems.
Places secured upon receipt of payment, book your place through the office 01752 510913.
The course will be instructed by Stephen Fowler from Training for Professionals.
Wednesday 15th February 2023 – 9:00 – 4:30pm
Venue – Online
Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or info@landlordssouthwest.co.uk to book your place, places only secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1120 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
Wednesday 25th January 2023 @ 7.30pm Future Inn Plymouth, Members Only…………
Wednesday 3rd August 2022 – 9:00 – 4:30pm
Venue – Online
Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75 for non – members for one day course.
Course covers ASTs, Deposits, Section 21s, Section 8s, HMOs, Gas and Electrical Safety, Inventories and much more.
The course will provide you with all the skills to start, manage and finish a tenancy.
Places still available. Contact the office on 01752 510913 or info@landlordssouthwest.co.uk to book your place, places only secured on receipt of payment.
Over 1100 landlords have already completed this course since September 2011.
Course can lead to Accreditation, if required.
We are proud to announce Landlord Accreditation South West (LASW) are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard.
The UK Government Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is accepting applications in England and Wales for grants for the installation of low carbon heating systems.
Applications from property owners are now being accepted for grants of up to £5,000 off the cost and installation of an air source heat pump or a biomass boiler, and up to £6,000 off the cost and installation of a ground source heat pump are available between now and 2025. The grant is paid directly to the installer and discounted from the price charged.
Landlords and second-home owners are included in the scheme, subject to the other conditions of a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) with no outstanding recommendations for loft or cavity wall insulation being met. Grants are not normally available for new build properties (except self-builds).
While the green solutions being promoted may not be suitable in all situations, this is an opportunity for landlords to look at all the options to improve the energy efficiency of their property before becoming mandated to do so. This in turn can reduce bills for tenants and make the property a better proposition to be let out.
These grants represent a way to upgrade with a significant financial contribution from the government.
In the Spring Statement, the UK Government set out their intention to require energy suppliers to improve the energy efficiency of low-income homes, and plan to extend the minimum energy efficiency standards for the private rented sector in England and Wales.
This is linked to the Heat and Buildings Strategy launched in October 2021, and whilst BUS is an initial step to help property owners make homes more energy-efficient it is still unlikely that the energy efficiency targets for the PRS and a reduction in emissions across the property sector will be met.
For more information, see the SWLA newsfeed or visit the gov.uk website.
Article Abridged from Propertymark