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 SALTalk 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 – 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 procedures
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.
Mandy and I did really enjoy the LETWELL Training Elspeth and John have a brilliant delivery that keeps it interesting and fun, which leads to easier learning. The written material and reading guides we were given were very useful and helped when completing the assignments. The course was very good value for money. I have been to other letting industry training but find LETWELL Training to be by far the best. If more letting professionals take this course the industry standard in Scotland will be very high.
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