Which Is The Best Landlord Association?

I’ve been thinking about joining a Landlords Association for a while, but I’ve never actually gotten around to doing it. But I’m definitely going to join one this week, it’s just a case of choosing the right one. Decisions, decisions…

For those blissfully unaware, let me go over the basics…

What is a Landlords Association?

They’re basically resourceful hubs where Landlords can go to learn all kinds of cool landlord shit (elegantly put, right?). You basically sign up to an association, and in return you’ll typically receive access to legal advice, legal documents and general landlording information from people that actually know what they’re talking about. It’s extremely useful, especially when shit hits the fan e.g. you’re stuck with problem tenants.

What are the benefits of joining a Landlords Association?

Generally, Landlords Associations offer the following, or variations of…

• Advice and support on all landlord-related issues
• In-depth analysis of current issues in UK Landlord
• Analysis and explanation of complex legislation
• Access to legal documents such as tenancy agreements and eviction notices
• Discounts on commercial services

…and a whole lot more.

Should I join a Landlords Association?

It’s completely up to you. The associations usually support all individual landlords regardless of their portfolio size. If you want to keep on top of legal issues, have access to the latest landlord news and get input from landlord law professionals, then it may be worth joining one.

Which Landlords Association are available to join?

From what I’m aware, I only know of these (but I’m sure there are more):

National Landlords Association (NLA)
Membership starts from as little as £1.35 per week! Landlords can save further money by joining for a longer period. For an annual subscription it’s £70, plus a £18 joining fee.

Residential Landlords Association (RLA)
12 months membership for one landlord (including spouse, life partner or business partner) starts at £75. Price varies depending on payment method.

The Guild of Residential Landlords
Private landlords, couples and partnerships £70.00 per annum, letting agents £120.00 per annum.

Landlord Expert
Apparently Landlord Expert is the only FREE to join national landlord association – the ONLY one of our kind in the UK. I’ve checked out the site and it looks legit. So I’m not surprised that it’s the, I quote, “fastest growing association for landlords”

Have you joined a Landlords Association?

If so, which one? I have so many questions! Are they worth it? What are the differences between the associations? Are there any major differences? What’s the difference between the free and paid associations?

Know of any other Landlords Associations?

If I’ve missed any credible Landlords Associations out (which I already confessed, I suspect I have), please let me know, and I’ll add to the pile. Thanks in advance, folks!

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Talk / 8 Comments left so far

Adrian wrote this on 2009-09-10 15:47:05 Perhaps consider the Guild of Residential Landlords? www.all4landlords.com 1

The Landlord wrote this on 2009-09-14 09:03:39 Hey Adrian,
What's good about www.all4landlords.com? Sell it to me :)

I couldn't find an "about us" page. 2

Adrian wrote this on 2009-09-14 18:35:36 Hello

Fair comment about the about us page. I have now produced one which I hope you find useful. http://www.all4landlords.com/drupal/node/427

Also, for a quick glance at the services we offer, have a look at our comparison table http://www.all4landlords.com/drupal/node/3

I truly hope you will consider subscribing.

Many thanks

Adrian 3

Jools wrote this on 2009-09-17 14:07:01 That reminds me - I must send off my subscription!

Jools

OH Yes - Guild of Residential Landlords excellent. 4

The Landlord wrote this on 2009-09-17 14:36:18 Hey Jools,

Which Association do you use?

Cheers 5

Jools wrote this on 2009-09-17 14:51:46 The Guild of Residential Landlords - but i must rejoin (sorry Adrian)!

Jools 6

Adrian wrote this on 2009-09-17 15:54:48 That's ok Jools. We'll let you off just this once! lol :-) 7

The Landlord wrote this on 2009-09-17 17:52:09 @Jools,
I had no idea you were suscribed to the guild of residential landlords. Small world!

@Adrian,
Ahh an "about us" page, that's much better. Now I know what you're all about. I've updated the list so you're included! Many thanks. 8

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