Welsh Landlord Foundation Course – Course Description

The Welsh Landlord Foundation Course provides a comprehensive introduction to residential property management and landlord compliance in Wales. Designed for new, accidental, and experienced landlords alike, the course explains the legal, practical, and financial responsibilities involved in letting and managing residential property under Welsh law.

The course focuses on the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 and the wider legal framework governing the Welsh private rented sector. Learners will gain a clear understanding of occupation contracts, landlord responsibilities, Rent Smart Wales requirements, property standards, safety obligations, possession procedures, deposit protection, Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), dispute resolution, and landlord taxation.

Throughout the course, learners will be guided through the complete lifecycle of a tenancy, from preparing a property for letting and selecting suitable contract-holders, through to managing occupation contracts, handling repairs and maintenance, dealing with rent arrears, and recovering possession lawfully where necessary.

The course also covers key financial considerations including rental income taxation, allowable expenses, record keeping, budgeting, cash flow management, and building a successful long-term rental business.

By the end of the course, learners will have the knowledge and confidence required to manage residential rental property professionally, comply with Welsh housing legislation, reduce legal risks, and provide safe and suitable accommodation for contract-holders.

What You Will Learn

• The legal responsibilities of residential landlords in Wales.
• How the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 affects landlords and contract-holders.
• Rent Smart Wales registration and licensing requirements.
• Property standards and Fitness for Human Habitation obligations.
• Gas, electrical, fire safety, and energy efficiency requirements.
• How occupation contracts operate in Wales.
• Contract-holder referencing and deposit protection procedures.
• Managing rent collection, inspections, repairs, and maintenance.
• HMO licensing, management, and fire safety requirements.
• Possession notices and possession proceedings in Wales.
• Handling abandonment, disputes, complaints, and deposit deductions.
• Rental property taxation, allowable expenses, and Capital Gains Tax basics.
• Budgeting, risk management, insurance, and long-term property investment planning.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• New landlords entering the Welsh private rented sector.
• Accidental landlords letting property for the first time.
• Self-managing landlords wishing to improve their knowledge.
• Property investors purchasing rental property in Wales.
• Landlords seeking to understand the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016.
• Landlords wishing to improve compliance and reduce legal risks.
• Anyone considering becoming a residential landlord in Wales.

Course Outcome

Upon completion of the Welsh Landlord Foundation Course, learners will possess a solid foundation in Welsh landlord law, property management, compliance, and best practice. They will be better equipped to operate legally, protect their investment, manage contract-holder relationships effectively, and build a successful and sustainable rental property business in Wales.