As a landlord letting property in Wales, you’re not just following a checklist—you’re enhancing your credibility and safeguarding your investment. Here’s your fresh, focused guide to staying ahead this September.

1. Register with Rent Smart Wales
It’s not optional. Every landlord and agent must register. If you're self-managing, you’ll also need to complete the required training and apply for a licence. If using a fully licensed agent, that burden falls off your plate—delegate and elevate your peace of mind.

2. Provide mandatory safety certificates
Prepare to charm, not alarm:

• Gas safety certificate (CP12): annual check by a Gas Safe-registered engineer.
• Electrical installation condition report (EICR): usually valid for five years.
• Energy performance certificate (EPC): must be in place before marketing, typically aiming for rating D or above (soon mandatory).
• Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms: installed as required by Welsh law.

3. Follow Renting Homes (Wales) Legislation
This law stripped the jargon from lettings. You must now issue a written occupation contract and Form RHW2 within 14 days of move-in. Deposits must be protected in an approved scheme, and copies of the EPC provided at the right time.
Fees are tightly regulated too. Only rent, deposit, holding deposit, utilities, council tax, or permitted charges are allowed. Anything else is out.

4. Note changes ahead
The Welsh rental landscape is adapting—controls on rent increases are coming, capping rises at CPI plus 1%, up to 6%. Also look out for enhanced tenant rights, like pet consent requests and protection against discrimination for those with children or on benefits.

5. Why it all matters (beyond compliance)
Compliance isn’t just about avoiding penalties or limits on evictions—it’s a chance to show tenants you’re professional and proactive. When documents are timely, like gas or EPC certificates, you set the tone for a smooth tenancy, not marathon sections.

Why this matters: This checklist isn’t just legal box-ticking. It’s your chance to be a well-prepared, Wales-savvy landlord.

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