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Student landlords face particular challenges with the upcoming changes. Below are some of the key issues members have been raising. 2 months’ notice Tenants can

From 01 May 2026, you or your letting agent will not be allowed to ask for, encourage, or accept an offer that is higher than

When you will be able to increase rent For Assured Periodic Tenancies (APTs), you will only be able to increase the rent once a year.

As a landlord, you will not be able to do anything that makes a tenant less likely to rent a property (or prevent them from

From 01 May 2026, landlords will not be able to refuse a pet request unless they have a fair reason. Below are the key details.

From 01 May 2026, landlords will only be able to ask for rent in advance after the tenancy agreement has been ‘entered into’ (i.e. signed

Spring Bulletin 2026 This edition is packed full of Renters’ Rights Act information. We will post a paper copy to each member. It really is an

🗓️ Tuesday 28 April 2026🕑 1.30-4pm📍 Council Chamber Forde House, Newton Abbot TQ12 4XX Teignbridge District Council Housing Services are hosting this free event –

Are you ready for 01 May 2026? See the handy gov.uk checklist below. If you need support, contact the SWLA office. If you aren’t a

Future Inn Hotel, William Prance Road, Plymouth PL6 5ZD 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start. Speakers will include:- Ian Pring & Sean Bolter – Westcotts Chartered

The Big You Can Do It Sale! Don’t forget your 10% SWLA loyalty discount on top of these offers!! https://www.trade-point.co.uk

From 01 May 2026, the Renters’ Right Act will abolish Assured Shorthold Tenancies and end Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions in the Private Rented Sector