Welcome to “Landlords’ Barometer #22”, with a round up of the most popular topics from PropertyTribes.com.

The Summer Budget tax reforms continue to be a talking point.

1. Shawbrook Bank on tax changes for landlords and planning for the future
In this exclusive video, Karen Bennett of Shawbrook Bank gives a lenders’ perspective to tax changes for landlords, and how they can plan for the future.

2. Ten steps that guarantee you will achieve millionaire status
Whatever area of the property industry you are involved in, there is a formula for financial success. This discussion was inspired by Grant Cardone, who became a millionaire by the time he was 30 and shared the actions that led to his success. These topics always inspire some interesting and thought-provoking comments, so well worth reading the whole thread from top to bottom!

3. Industry regulation update with David Smith of Anthony Gold Solicitors
In more exclusive video content, David Smith, solicitor, Property Tribes contributor, EYE columnist, and now Policy Director of the RLA gives us a round up of industry legislation changes coming down the pipe, some of which may surprise you!

4. Serious investors may shun Facebook as lenders use social connections
In the US, Facebook is introducing a new algorithm that will allow lenders to do due diligence on individuals via their social connections.
We’ve long advised our community that lenders use the social web for due diligence and the use use of technology in this regard is only going to increase!

5. A couple of dates for your diary
The Autumn Property Investor Show, the largest and most comprehensive  exhibition of UK & International residential property (and services) presented in Europe each year returns to ExCeL London for its ‘Autumn edition’ on 9 & 10 October.
“Property Tribes Live!” is a new section of the show designed for networking and a chance to meet key community members and experts! More details to follow.
In the meantime, you can register for your FREE tickets to the event by visiting the show website

The NALS Annual Lettings Conference is taking place at the Mermaid Theatre in London on 12th November with a wide array of top-class speakers to help agents find business in these challenging market conditions.
Find out more at the Conference Microsite

Thanks for reading my column and I hope to welcome you to PropertyTribes.com very soon!