Author: SWLA
Section 8 Notice Period Change from 01 August 2021
As published in our June bulletin; The notice periods for rent arrears grounds 8,10 and 11 have changed to: two months if the rent arrears…
Update to Section 8, Form 3; (Notice Seeking Possession)
On 03 August 2021 the government updated ‘Form 3’ to correct a typographical error. This does not affect the validity of the form published 1…
A New Easy to read version of the “How to Rent” guide released by the Government (Please note this does not replace the existing “How To Rent” guide).
A new ‘easy read’ version of the How To Rent guide has been released by Government.Please note the publication of the ‘easy read’ version of…
Stamp Duty Holiday Enters New Phase
From 1 July 2021 to 30 September 2021, buyers can still benefit from not paying Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on properties that cost up…
Seven Agents Expelled from The Property Ombudsman
Seven estate and letting agents have been expelled from membership of The Property Ombudsman (TPO) after failing to comply with parts of the TPO Codes…
20th July 2021 – UK Government Updated COVID-19 ‘Guidance for landlords and tenants’
As the UK transitions into the fourth step of the COVID-19 roadmap, the UK Government has updated its guidance for landlords, tenants, and local authorities….
Welsh Government Scheme to Pay Off Covid Arrears Launched
Welsh Government’s new Tenancy Hardship Grant The Grant launch, which coincided with the end of the ban on evictions in Wales on 30 June 2021,…
The End of ‘No Fault’ Section 21 Evictions
All information from gov.uk; The end of ‘no fault’ section 21 evictions – House of Commons Library (parliament.uk) The Government has committed to abolish ‘no-fault’…
B&Q TradePoint Offers
Win a van each month until the end of 2021For a chance to win…. Shop twice in a calendar month and you’ll be automatically entered….
Landlord Accreditation Training Course
Landlord Accreditation Training Course – ONLINE Wednesday 13th October 2021 – 9:00 – 4:30pm Venue – Online Price – £65 for members of SWLA, £75…
2 Bed Bungalows Required In Plymouth & Cornwall
A message from Havencare Home and Support Ltd- Havencare Homes and Support Ltd are a charity based in Plymouth that provide housing and support for…
COVID Adjusted Right to Rent Checks Extended to 31 August 2021
As a result of the government’s announcement on 14 June 2021 to extend the date for the easing of lockdown restrictions and social distancing measures,…
