SALTalks video library
SALTalks – EPCs and minimum energy efficiency standard proposals
John Blackwood in conversation with Caroline Elgar, SAL policy manager.
This recorded session features Caroline covering the latest on plans to reform EPC certficates and introduce a minimum energy efficiency standard in the private rented sector.
The SAL factsheet on energy performance certificates & improving energy efficiency can be found online here.
This session was recorded on 28 May 2026.
SAL Soundbites – Condensation and mould in properties
SAL Soundbites are 15 minute presentations delivered as part of our regular letting agent member meetings.
This session features Anthony Hunter from Envirovent, addressing the issues of condensation and mould in rental properties, looking at lessons learned and keeping properties at low risk of developing condensation and mould going forwards.
This session was recorded on 26 May 2026.
SALTalks with SAL Mortgages – Buy-to-let mortgage update
John Blackwood in conversation with Doug Hall and Karl Tidman from 3mc.
This session looks at all things to do with property finance in the buy-to-let mortgage sector as well as a overall update on this area of the market.
This online event was recorded on 12 March 2026.
SALTalks – Making Tax Digital with Hammock
John Blackwood in conversation with Matthew Perkins from Hammock.
This session looks at Making Tax Digital and what it means for landlords across the UK. Matthew is on hand to talk us through the upcoming changes, along with how Hammock can assist you.
This SALTalks session was recorded on 19 February 2026.
Talking deposits with SafeDeposits Scotland and SAL
John Blackwood in conversation with Carol Bradburn, head of SafeDeposits Scotland.
This session will be looking at all things relating to tenants deposits, with a focus on pets in properties. John and Carol discuss issues that may likely arise, how we can be addressing these with our tenants and finding solutions.
This session was recorded on 15 January 2026.
SAL Soundbites – Legal obligations for advertising
SAL Soundbites are 15 minute presentations delivered as part of our regular letting agent member meetings.
This session features Gail Bowden, SAL compliance manager and Jill Wales, SAL advice team, to help letting agents understand their legal obligations for advertising themselves and property to let under the Letting Agent Code of Practice and Consumer Protection Legislation.
This session was recorded on 13 January 2026.