SALTalks video library
SAL members now benefit from exclusive access to these recorded online SALTalks events, hosted by SAL chief executive John Blackwood.
Please note we will add new recordings to this page as more SALTalks events are held throughout the year.
SALTalks with Miles Briggs MSP
John Blackwood in conversation with Miles Briggs MSP.
This interview was recorded on 19 June 2023.
You can also read an interview with Miles in the summer 2023 edition of Landlord Focus magazine.
SALTalks with Mark Griffin MSP
John Blackwood in conversation with Mark Griffin MSP.
This interview was recorded on 30 August 2023.
You can also read an interview with Mark in the autumn 2023 edition of Landlord Focus magazine.
SALTalks with Paul McLennan MSP
John Blackwood in conversation with Scotland’s Housing Minister, Paul McLennan MSP.
This interview was recorded as part of a live member event on 20 February 2024.
We are delighted to provide members with access to a full suite of online events.
Our events page will be updated as new events are confirmed and we look forward to seeing you online soon.
Our topical SALTalks events will be recorded and available to view online.
SALTalks with Willie Rennie MSP
John Blackwood in conversation with Willie Rennie MSP,
This interview was recorded on 5 September 2024.
You will also able to read an upcoming interview with Willie in the Spring 2025 edition of Landlord Focus magazine.
SALTalks – A Heat in Buildings Bill – what it means for landlords
John Blackwood discussing with Antonia Georgieva from the Scottish Government, the new energy efficiency proposals and what this will mean for landlords in Scotland.
The Scottish Government have published a consultation which sets out new proposals to improve the energy efficiency of all properties in Scotland – both in homes and non-domestic buildings. The consultation can be read here. The government is inviting views on its proposals which can be submitted online here by 8 March 2024.
This online event was recorded on 29 February 2024.
SALTalks with Caroline Elgar – new Repairing Standard requirements
Caroline Elgar, SAL policy manager, recently took part in this SALTalks event with John Blackwood, SAL chief executive, to discuss the new Repairing Standard requirements coming into effect from March 2024, and what this will mean for landlords in Scotland.
Please note that since this webinar was recorded the Scottish Government had revised its guidance on lead pipes.
For further guidance see SAL’s factsheet on lead pipes.
Answers to frequently asked questions on the new Repairing Standard duties can be found here.
Navigating LBTT intricacies with Bonham & Brook
Join John Blackwood, SAL chief executive, and Calum MacAuley and Kishan Kavi from Bonham & Brook to find out more about LBTT and how Bonham & Brook can help you.
This presentation will delve into the intricacies of the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) and shed light on the complexities that individuals and businesses often face in navigating this tax landscape. As an expert in the field, Bonham & Brook is uniquely positioned to provide insights and solutions to help you successfully manoeuvre through the challenges associated with LBTT.
SALTalks – making tax simple
John Blackwood in conversation with Scott Greig from EQ Accountants, looking at tax returns and a high level view of how the system works – what we need to declare and when.
This online event was recorded on 9 April 2024.
SALTalks – member insights
John Blackwood in conversation with SAL landlord member, Elaine Crawford.
Join John and Elaine as they discuss Elaine’s landlord journey, what it means to be a landlord, and any lessons learned.
This online event was recorded on 28 May 2024.
SAL Soundbites – employment law
SAL Soundbites are 15 minute presentations delivered as part of our regular letting agent member meetings.
This session features Hannah Roche from MBM Commercial, discussing employee rights and recent changes to employment law.
This session was recorded on 18 April 2024.
SAL Soundbites – accounting process
SAL Soundbites are 15 minute presentations delivered as part of our regular letting agent member meetings.
This session features Sam Walker from EQ Accountants, discussing the importance of financial and accounting procedures.
This session was recorded on 7 May 2024.
SALTalks – member insights
John Blackwood in conversation with SAL landlord members Jackie Couchman, Graham Morris and SAL agent member Janice Molloy.
Join John, Jackie, Graham and Janice as they share their insights, looking at how life for them as landlords and agents has changed over the last few years and how they see their lettings business developing and growing in the future.
This member insights session was recorded on 27 June 2024.
SAL Soundbites – SME Professional
SAL Soundbites are 15 minute presentations delivered as part of our regular letting agent member meetings.
This session features Fraser Sutherland from SME Professional, discussing artificial intelligence and it’s application in property management.
This session was recorded on 11 June 2024.
SALTalks – Empty Homes
John Blackwood in conversation with SAL member, Andy Watson and Michelle Morrison, Dundee City Council Empty Homes officer .
The focus of this session is about bringing empty homes back into use, what this means and how it can help you build your lettings business.
This session was recorded on 03 September 2024
Scottish Letting Day – attendee information
John Blackwood and the SAL conference team are here to give you a guide to our Scottish Letting Day conference and exhibition for 2024. Covering everything from arrival and registration, to what to expect on the day, this session will provide you with all the information you need to know in the run up to Scottish Letting Day this year.
This session was recorded on 29 October 2024
SALTalks event on Scottish Housing Day – Homes for life
John Blackwood in conversation with Dr Cate Pemble from the Designing Homes for Healthy Cognitive Ageing (DesHCA) project, in support of this year’s Scottish Housing Day.
John and Catherine discuss how to future-proof your property, creating homes for life, by making subtle, thoughtful changes that boost accessibility for older tenants and promotes inclusivity for everyone
This online Scottish Housing Day session was recorded on 18 September 2024.
SAL Soundbites – UniHomes
SAL Soundbites are 15 minute presentations delivered as part of our regular letting agent member meetings.
This session features Steven McLean from UniHomes, discussing how letting agents in Scotland can maximise their student rental revenue by working with UniHomes.
This session was recorded on 19 September 2024.
Talking Deposits with SafeDeposits Scotland and SAL
John Blackwood in conversation with Martin Wilks, adjudicator with SafeDeposits Scotland and parent company, TDS.
This session will be looking at dealing with dampness and mould in relation to tenants deposits, what that means for us as landlords and letting agents, how we can be addressing this with our tenants and finding solutions.
This Talking deposits session was recorded on 22 October 2024.
SAL Soundbites – Social media management
SAL Soundbites are 15 minute presentations delivered as part of our regular letting agent member meetings.
This session features Elle Wood, social media expert, discussing how letting agents in Scotland can maximise marketing strategies using social media in developing their business within their local communities.
This session was recorded on 24 October 2024.
SALTalks event – energy efficiency experience
John Blackwood in conversation with SAL members, Claire Rizos and Suki Linnitt.
Claire and Suki share their experiences on what they have done to improve their properties with regards to energy efficiency, what lessons they have learnt throughout the process, along with tips and ideas we can take away from the session.
This online SALTalks event was recorded on 5 November 2024.
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