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Comprehensive Support
Membership includes advice and support from office based staff, free downloadable documents, a voice mail service, and face to face office visits by appointment.
Empowering Connections
Gain exclusive discounts, tailored insurance, representation, and access to a trade directory, all while being part of a respected association who are founder members of the West of England Rental Standard – enabling you to gain nationally recognised accreditation.
Knowledge Enrichment
Benefit from continuous education through face-to-face and online courses, presentations, webinars and regular bulletins – maintain, increase and exercise your knowledge of the Private Rented Sector.
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Trade Discounts
Fantastic member discounts
Education & Training
On current and changing legislation affecting the Private Rented Sector
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New courses coming soon
Including Accreditation and The Renters Rights Bill
Our training courses provide landlords with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the rental industry. Ensure that you are meeting your legal obligations with a range of courses suitable for both new and experienced landlords.
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All the latest industry news, membership updates, upcoming events and updates from the SWLA. Visit our blog for valuable insights and information for landlords throughout the UK.
Currently, tenants who wish to challenge their Section 13 (Form 4A) rent increases must do so by applying to the First-tier Tribunal. This can cause…
The Government has published details of the new ‘Register your rental property’ service, which will form part of the landlord database requirements. If you’re a…
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Over the years, the National Landlord Investment Show has supported thousands of landlords across the South West in navigating an ever-changing private rented sector. Their…
Plymouth Breakfast Housing Expo – Tuesday 22 September 2026 – 9.00am to 12.30pmRegister Now for Free Join the Plymouth Cold & Damp Homes Taskforce for the second Plymouth…
Here’s what the leaflets says; Before agreeing a tenancy During a tenancy Ending a tenancy If you want to end a tenancy: The leaflet can…
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- Comprehensive Support
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- Knowledge Enrichment
Run For Landlords, By Landlords
South West Landlords Association, formerly known as Devon and Cornwall Small Landlords Association was formed in Plymouth over 30 years ago by a group of enthusiastic residential landlords. Since its formation the name and demographics have changed but the enthusiasm of its elected committee have not.
With their own offices and staff in Plymouth, SWLA has attracted members nationwide by offering advice, documentation, training and support. The Association represents members at local and regional levels and has representation with central government agencies.
We believe that management standards, housing standards and tenants living conditions can all be improved by comprehensive training and the understanding of landlord’s obligations and responsibilities.
Founder Members of the West of England Rental Standard
Administrators Of LASW Landlord Accreditation South West