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SUMMARY:Student Landlord 2027/28 Guide: Advertising\, Agreeing New Tenancies and Using Section 8 Ground 4A
DESCRIPTION:The student lettings market has changed significantly following the Renters’ Rights Act reforms. Many traditional practices\, from agreeing tenancies months in advance to taking termly rent payments\, now require a different approach. Student landlords and agents must also understand when and how Section 8 Ground 4A can be used to recover possession for the next academic year. \nThis practical\, jargon-free webinar will explain what student landlords need to do before advertising properties\, how to correctly set up new student tenancies\, and the key requirements for using Ground 4A. \nAttendees Will Learn:\n\nWhen student properties can be advertised and marketed\nThe key changes affecting student lettings under the Renters’ Rights reforms\nHow to correctly agree and document new student tenancies\nGround 4A eligibility requirements and when it can be used\nThe importance of the Ground 4A written statement and other required paperwork\nCommon pitfalls that could prevent reliance on Ground 4A\nPractical solutions for joint tenancies\, guarantors\, and mixed student households\nHow to plan possession and re-letting strategies for future academic year\n\nDesigned for landlords\, letting agents\, and property professionals\, the session will provide clear\, practical guidance to help you plan ahead for the 2027/28 academic year with confidence. So make sure you book your free place by clicking the link below: \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/student-landlord-202728-guide-advertising-agreeing-new-tenancies-tickets-2000149826975
URL:https://empo.co.uk/event/student-landlord-27-28-guide-before-advertising-agreeing-new-tenancies/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
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SUMMARY:AI and Tech Solutions for Landlords - Free Online Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Technology is changing the way landlords manage their properties\, but you don’t need to be a tech expert\, or spend a fortune on new systems\, to benefit from it. \nJoin EMPO for a practical one-hour webinar looking at cybersecurity\, free ways to digitise your landlord paperwork\, property technology and AI\, with experts showing you how technology can save time\, protect your information and make managing rental property easier. \nSpeaker Lineup\n\nBelper Technology – Cybersecurity & going digital\nThe team from Belper Technology will look at the everyday cyber risks landlords should be aware of and simple ways to protect yourself and your information. They’ll also share free hacks for digitising landlord paperwork\, reducing the piles of paper and making important documents easier to find and manage.\nThey’ll also tackle an important question: what goes into the cloud doesn’t always stay in the cloud. What happens to your information\, where is it stored and what should landlords think about before trusting important documents and data to an online service?\nAugust – PropTech for landlords\nThe founders of August will demonstrate how their property management platform can help landlords bring the different parts of managing a tenancy together\, stay on top of important tasks and compliance requirements\, and keep greater control of their portfolio without creating more admin.\nSol Singh\, Chromebook – Using AI to give landlords time back\nAI doesn’t have to mean complicated technology. Sol will look at practical ways landlords can use Microsoft Copilot and AI in everyday property management\, from drafting correspondence and summarising information to helping with routine admin and repetitive tasks.\nThe focus will be on where AI can genuinely save landlords time\, alongside the things you shouldn’t simply hand over to AI without checking.\nPlus: EMPO member technology savings\nIf the webinar inspires you to update your laptop or other technology\, we’ll also explain how EMPO landlords can access a Currys discount on new tech through their member benefits.\n\nWhether you manage one property or a larger portfolio\, this session is designed to give you practical ideas you can start using straight away. \nFree to attend – registration required.\nBook your free spot now: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ef656096-0762-485b-b49a-5f942cda6235@43df76a1-e5ee-42aa-bca8-c06fd3495a83
URL:https://empo.co.uk/event/ai-and-tech-solutions-for-landlords-free-online-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Getting Rent Increases Right – Section 13 Notices and Handling Tenant Appeals
DESCRIPTION:With changes to tenancy law and increasing scrutiny of rent increases\, landlords and agents need to ensure they follow the correct process when proposing a higher rent. A mistake in the notice\, timing or supporting evidence can lead to delays\, disputes and potentially a Tribunal challenge. \nThis practical one-hour webinar will explain how to increase rent lawfully\, use the correct statutory notice\, and understand what happens if a tenant challenges the proposed increase. Attendees will also learn how the First-tier Tribunal determines market rent and what evidence landlords should prepare to support their case. \nBy attending this webinar\, participants will:\n\nUnderstand when a rent increase can legally be made\nLearn how to correctly complete and serve a Section 13 rent increase notice\nIdentify the common mistakes that can invalidate a rent increase\nUnderstand the notice periods and timing requirements that apply\nLearn how to assess and evidence an appropriate market rent\nGain confidence in discussing and negotiating rent increases with tenants\nUnderstand the tenant’s right to challenge a proposed increase\nLearn the difference between challenging the validity of a notice and appealing the level of rent\nUnderstand the First-tier Tribunal process and likely timescales\nLearn what evidence is most persuasive when defending a rent increase\nUnderstand the possible Tribunal outcomes and how they affect rent collection\nReduce the risk of costly disputes and unsuccessful rent increase applications\n\nDon’t miss this free webinar and book your place now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/getting-rent-increases-right-section-13-notices-handling-tenant-appeals-tickets-2000155221109
URL:https://empo.co.uk/event/landlords-guide-to-serving-a-section-8-ground-4a-section-13-form-4a-for-rent-increases-free-online-webinar/
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SUMMARY:EMPO Christmas Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some festive celebrations at our annual Christmas Dinner. \nStay tuned for more information about the venue\, tickets and exact timings.
URL:https://empo.co.uk/event/empo-christmas-dinner/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Networking Events
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SUMMARY:EMPO Landlord Development Day 2027
DESCRIPTION:After a very successful first edition in March 2026\, the EMPO Landlord Development Day will be back for it’s second edition on 10th March 2027. Mark this date in your calendars and stay tuned for more information on speakers\, detailed agenda\, key topics and what to expect. \nThe event time is tentative and can change. \n 
URL:https://empo.co.uk/event/empo-landlord-development-day-2027/
LOCATION:Radisson Blu – East Midlands Airport\, Pegasus Business Park\, Herald Way\, East Midlands Airport\, DE74 2TZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Landlord Forums,Networking Events,Training
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