The Financial Intermediary & Broker Association (FIBA) has announced the launch of a Buy-to-Let (BTL) Webinar Box Set, a four-part educational series designed to help brokers navigate the increasingly complex landlord and specialist property finance market. With much change having taken place in this sector, the information offered is up to the minute and factors in the key points an adviser needs to be aware of to support their landlord clients.
Taking place every Friday throughout August at 10:00 am, the webinars form the first stage of FIBA’s wider education programme, developed in direct response to feedback from its members.
Recent research conducted by FIBA revealed strong demand for a blend of larger face-to-face events and accessible virtual learning opportunities. Members highlighted the value of concise, practical sessions that could be accessed regardless of location, reflecting the geographical spread of the Association’s membership across the UK.
The Buy-to-Let Box Set will be jointly hosted by FIBA and Roger Morris, Group Distribution Director at CHL Mortgages. Roger brings extensive lender expertise alongside first-hand experience as a landlord, offering attendees both professional and practical insight into today’s BTL market.
The series will also feature specialist guest speakers, including John McCaffrey, Tax Partner at Manchester-based Alexander & Co.
Over four sessions, the webinar programme will examine key areas of the buy-to-let sector, including:
- An overview of the current buy-to-let landscape
- Ownership structures for landlords
- A comprehensive guide to houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) and multi-unit freehold blocks (MUFBs)
- The impact of the Renters’ Rights Act
- Bridging finance and equity acceleration strategies
- Refurbishment buy-to-let opportunities
- Cross charging
- Holiday lets
- Let-to-buy solutions
- Landlord engagement and retention
The programme is designed to provide brokers with practical knowledge and actionable insights to support landlord clients operating in a rapidly evolving regulatory and market environment. CPD will be available for each session.
Interested parties looking to further develop or freshen their understanding in this area can register for these events on the FIBA public site.
“The feedback from our members was clear. They want practical, assessable education that will help them write more business. This Buy-to-Let Box Set is the first step in delivering a broader educational programme supporting our members wherever they are located, helping them to stay ahead of an increasingly complex property finance market. This series is the first stage of a wider education programme that reflects exactly what our members told us they need.”
Head of FIBA, Christine Newell
“Buy-to-let continues to evolve at pace. Changes in regulation, taxation and landlord behaviour are creating new opportunities and challenges for brokers. This is perfect timing for the release of this educational partnership with FIBA as we see continued professionalisation of landlords post the introduction of Renters Rights, a growing demand for specialist property finance advice, plus the increased complexity around ownership structures and taxation. These sessions are designed to provide practical guidance and real-world insight that advisers can apply immediately with their landlord clients.”
Roger Morris, Group Distribution Director at CHL Mortgages, part of Chetwood Bank
Further specialist lending educational content and events from FIBA will be announced later this year.