Author: SWLA
Valuation Office to Take Over Rent Increase Appeals in England
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…
Details Confirmed: The ‘Register Your Rental Property’ Service Will Be Phased In from December 2026
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…
Still Confused About MTD for Landlords? Read This.
What Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is a new way for sole traders and landlords to report…
National Landlord Investment Show – 30 September 2026 – 9:00am – 3:30pm – Ashton Gate, Bristol – Register Now for Free Tickets
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 – 22 September 2026 – 9am to 12.30pm – Register Now for Free
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…
Government Release a Leaflet Titled ‘A Student Landlord’s Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act’
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…
Rent Tribunal Decisions and Outcomes: The First Cases Post Renters’ Rights Act
The First-tier Tribunal is beginning to make decisions on post-Renters’ Rights Act Section 13 rent increases. We were surprised at the speed of the following…
Pre 01 May Section 21 & Section 8 – Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet
If you served a Section 21 or Section 8 before 01 May 2026 and your tenants haven’t moved out OR if you didn’t apply to…
First Making Tax Digital Deadline Looming!
For landlords with property income and/or sole trader income of over £50,000.00 per year, the 1st quarterly reporting deadline for MTD is 07 August 2026….
MyDeposits Upgrade to a Single Platform for Insured and Custodial Deposits
MyDeposits has announced a major transformation to its insured-backed deposit protection service, bringing the scheme onto the Total Property platform and introducing a redesigned membership…
TradePoint Offer – 31/07/26 to 04/08/26 – 15% Off When you Spend Over £75.00 – PLUS 10% SWLA TradePoint Member Discount on Top
Free SWLA Bitesize Webinar with Martyn Taylor (Ashley Taylors Legal)
Tuesday 18th August 2026, 11am – 12noon. Topic”HHSRS and Discrimination – Don’t get caught out! It will cost you!” The invitation link has been sent…
