Renters’ Rights Act and Ever-Increasing Costs to Small Landlords – Rebecca Smith MP Mentions the SWLA and Supports Private Landlords and their Tenants on BBC Politics South West

Thank you to Rebecca Smith MP for her on going support and understanding. Rebecca mentioned the SWLA and the work that we do when responding…

Tax Hike for Private Landlords in the 2026 Budget (Plus a Few Silver Linings for Landlords and Tenants)

John Healey’s 2026 Budget will increase income tax on property income for private landlords who own property in their own name from 6 April 2027….

Rent Increases – Evidence Gathering

Private rented sector landlords can increase rent once every 12 months. Appeals It has been confirmed that the Valuation Office will be taking over the…

Free Landlord Event – 3 February 2027 – 3pm until 7pm – Passage House Hotel, Newton Abbot

Speakers to be announced. Trade and information stands. All landlords welcome. Please save the date! (Note – this is not an SWLA event, but we…

TradePoint Offers – Live Until 02 November 2026 – Plus get your SWLA 10% discount on top.

Government Consultation on Applying Awaab’s Law to the Private Rented Sector

This public consultation seeks views on how to apply Awaab’s Law to private rented tenancies. It also seeks views on if and how to apply…

Rent Smart Devon Event – 03 November 2026 – 2pm – 8pm – Exeter Racecourse – Register Now for Free Tickets

Join us at the ‘Rent Smart Devon’ event on Tuesday 3rd November. This free to attend event will host exhibitions from specialist companies covering many…

SWLA General Speaker Meeting – Wednesday 21 October 2026

Boringdon Park Golf Club, Plympton, Plymouth: 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start. Speakers will include:- Paige Brown – Vice-Chair of Plymouth Area Property Professionals Association (PAPPA):…

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…