Landlords and agents from around the county and beyond are being invited to attend a free development event which will provide invaluable updates on new housing legislation and industry issues. 

The Landlord Forums are a great opportunity  to get up to date, impartial and professional advice in one place, on one day. 
 
This important annual event is being organised by Northumberland County Council and will be held at Blyth Town Football Club, on 18 September between 10am – 4.30 pm. 

Anyone wishing to attend is encouraged to get the date in their diary now and book their place via https://nland.cc/landlordevent or  email privatesectorhousing@northumberland.gov.uk for further information. 

The annual event always proves very popular attracting up to 100 landlords and agents. 

There will be a series of talks throughout the day full of advice, knowledge and relevant legislation. 

Approved Mortgage Solutions will be there to give landlords some general educational advice around finance and mortgages. 

There will be a talk from Landlord Action who help landlords with eviction, debt recovery, housing conditions and more. 

There will be an update on The Renters (Reform) Bill, currently making its way through Parliament. This aims to reshape the private rented sector, providing greater security and fairness for tenants while also ensuring landlords can manage their properties effectively. 

A representative from Rent Guarantor will also be speaking and up to date legal advice will be given by local law firm Sweeny Miller. 

Issues such as safeguarding, condensation and damp will also be covered. 

Northumberland County Councillor Colin Horncastle, Cabinet Member with responsibility for Housing said: 

“The private rented sector is continuing to grow across the county. We want to help landlords to be the best they can be for  local residents and ensure they are fully aware of any changing legislation they will need to meet, so they are operating within the law. 

“If you rent out a property, either as a landlord or an agent then please put the date in your diary, book your free place and come along.”