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Are tenants beginning to see the problem of landlords leaving?
Property118 Are tenants beginning to see the problem of landlords leaving? Like Thelma and Louise hurtling towards the cliff edge, more people are beginning to see the problems coming with the Renters’ Rights Act. Thankfully, tenants are now asking why…
Section 24 timeline of how the debate unfolded
Property118 Section 24 timeline of how the debate unfolded In 2015, months before Section 24 became law, Property118 founder Mark Alexander met officials at HM Treasury responsible for the policy and raised concerns about how landlords might restructure their businesses…
Properties in England’s commuter towns listed from £535k
Five properties in commuter locations across England have been listed for sale, with prices ranging from £535,000 to £799,950. The properties are located in areas with direct rail connections to major cities including Manchester, Gloucester, and London. The post Properties…
Landlord Law Newsround #426
Our first week into March and there is no shortage of housing news. New landlord grant for EV chargers Landlords can apply for a new government grant of up to £500 towards the installation of an Electric Vehicle (EV) charger.…
Councils collect just 25% of landlord fines
Property118 Councils collect just 25% of landlord fines Councils in England have collected only a quarter of the civil penalties issued to landlords for housing offences over the past two years, research reveals. The National Residential Landlords Association says its…
UK house prices rise in February – Halifax
Property118 UK house prices rise in February – Halifax House prices edged higher again in February, pushing the average UK property value to £301,151 after a monthly rise of 0.3%, according to Halifax. That followed a stronger 0.8% increase in…
Landlords told not to wait until Decent Homes Standard to fix rental homes
Property118 Landlords told not to wait until Decent Homes Standard to fix rental homes The government insists private landlords must not wait until the Decent Homes Standard 2035 deadline to improve rental properties. Under the Decent Homes Standard, landlords will…
Decent Homes Standard must be balanced to avoid shrinking supply – Propertymark
Property118 Decent Homes Standard must be balanced to avoid shrinking supply – Propertymark An industry body has warned the Decent Homes Standard must raise standards without reducing housing supply. Propertymark has cautioned that any reforms to the Decent Homes Standard…
Rising energy costs threaten UK property market stability
UK households face renewed financial pressure as rising energy costs and persistent inflation threaten to delay anticipated interest rate cuts following the Chancellor's Spring Forecast. The combination of elevated mortgage rates, increased energy bills, and rising unemployment is expected to…
Landlord ordered to repay £30,600 over unlicensed HMO
A landlord in Lambeth has been ordered to pay £30,600 to four tenants following a tribunal ruling over an unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation with fire safety deficiencies. Rebecca Elizabeth Fong operated a three-storey property on Camberwell New Road without…
Rightmove retains FTSE 100 position amid share price decline
Property portal Rightmove has retained its position in the FTSE 100 index despite a sustained decline in its share price over recent months. The company had been identified as a potential candidate for relegation from the London Stock Exchange's top…
Mandatory home surveys could strain surveying capacity
A proposal to make property surveys mandatory before homes are listed for sale could increase demand by 40%, according to analysis from property inspection software firm Property Inspect. The company's research indicates that currently 58% of buyers commission a survey…
37% of UK flats face mortgage restrictions over service charges
More than a third of UK flats may face significant selling difficulties due to high service charges, according to testimony delivered to a parliamentary committee. Research shows 37 per cent of flats have service charges exceeding mortgage lenders' typical thresholds.…
Want To Buy Your Own Island?
Make your dreams come true with these amazing islands for sale on Rightmove. The post Want To Buy Your Own Island? appeared first on Property news.
Councils failing to collect rogue landlord fines
Councils have collected just a quarter of the total fines issued to them, meaning a sizeable proportion of rogue landlords are being let off the hook. Between 2023/24 and 2024/25 of 285 English councils, a total of almost £30 million…
Mortgage customers prioritising stability in current climate
Homemovers and second-time buyers are prioritising low loan-to-value mortgages with terms spanning five years, Moneyfactscompare.co.uk research shows. Some 45% are looking for fixed terms of five years or more. Searches are heavily concentrated at lower LTV tiers among existing borrowers,…
eXp Realty launches into Luxembourg
Estate agency group eXp Realty has launched in to Luxembourg, one of the most internationally connected property markets in the world. The group has appointed a veteran of the market, Karim Layouni, to lead its expansion. He was a broker…
240 homes planned in Warrington
Plans have been submitted for a 240-home development in Warrington from Habiko, a partnership between Pension Insurance Corporation (PIC), Muse and Homes England. Warrington Borough Council will consider the proposal at Academy Way, which is in the town centre to…
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UK residential sales still 19% below pre-Covid levels year to date
Reflecting on nearly four decades of female leadership in property
Sarah Rushbrook, is the founder of property management specialist Rushbrook & Rathbone
Estate agency job ads top UK rankings for widest salary ranges
Estate agency job adverts lead UK rankings for widest salary ranges, analysis of 9,600 listings finds
Concerns raised over councils failing to crack down on rogue landlords
New data shows local authorities collected just a quarter of the total fines issued to landlords over the past two years
Foxtons shares rise despite ‘challenging’ market
Shares in Foxtons rose 4.1% to 48.04p in London on Thursday after the estate agency released its full-year results for 2025, describing trading conditions in the capital as “challenging” over the past year. Analyst research from Panmure Liberum has meanwhile…
Property giant launches £52m share buyback as profits fall sharply
The housebuilder confirmed that the buyback programme will run until 30 June 2026
Fail! Councils not collecting most fines imposed on private landlords
Councils not even collecting money for many of the fines they issue.
Decent homes only achievable with regulated letting agents – claim
Decent homes only achievable with regulated letting agents - claim
More than 450 property professionals attend Women in Estate Agency event
The event was billed as “Not a Conference”, a title organisers say reflects feedback from previous attendees and the format of the day
Are tenants in HMOs and flat conversions in danger?
Only 52,026 audits were conducted in 2024/25.
Lettings revenue up but profit flat for muted Foxtons
Lettings revenue rose 5% to £111m in 2025.
Landlord slammed for failing to take “simple steps”
He pleaded guilty to offences under the Housing (Wales) Act 2014.
How war hits London’s rental market – guest blog
This piece by Knight Frank's Tom Bill
Average UK house price passes £300,000 for the first time
Regional differences in house price performance have become more pronounced, with a clear divide between the northern and southern parts of the UK
Four women appointed to senior LRG directorships
The promotions are within LRG, formerly Leaders Romans Group
Why Many Investors Stay Busy But Do Not Build Real Wealth
Property118 Why Many Investors Stay Busy But Do Not Build Real Wealth Many investors never ask themselves an important question. What if this year ends up looking exactly like the last one financially? Not terrible. Not amazing. Just the same.…
London rents surge as inner postcodes see record rises
Property118 London rents surge as inner postcodes see record rises London is experiencing intense demand and high rent prices, according to a new survey. Data by SpareRoom shows that inner London postcodes have recorded the highest rental costs, with Bethnal…
Mortgage advisers feel more positive about their businesses
Broker confidence in their own businesses remains robust
The rent control fallacy: when good intentions reduce housing supply
Property118 The rent control fallacy: when good intentions reduce housing supply Rent control has an obvious political appeal. If rents are rising faster than wages, the solution can appear straightforward. Limit how much landlords are allowed to charge and tenants…
Average time to issue possession order only 7.3 weeks – government
Average time to issue possession order only 7.3 weeks - government
Applications open for spring round of The Fine & Country Foundation grants
The programme opened on 1 March 2026 and will remain open until 31 March 2026
Nationwide bid to improve EPCs through expanded mortgage scheme
The 0% Green Additional Borrowing products were launched in June 2023
Councils sitting on unspent new homes contributions
The money should be spent on local infrastructure
Where to Buy Property Investments in Birkenhead: Yields of 7.1%
Birkenhead buy-to-let guide with the latest postcode data. Average yields up to 7.1% in CH41, sold prices from £132k, and a £4.5 billion Wirral Waters regeneration pipeline. Analysis of rental income, growth trends, and deposit requirements across all 6 Birkenhead…
Where to Buy Property Investments in Blackpool: Yields of 7.0%
Blackpool buy-to-let guide with the latest postcode data. Average yields up to 7.0% in FY1 (Town Centre, North Shore), sold prices from £136k, and £740 million in active regeneration investment. Analysis of rental income, growth trends, and deposit requirements across…
Government defends EPC standards claiming they help landlords and tenants
Property118 Government defends EPC standards claiming they help landlords and tenants The government claims energy performance certificate (EPC) standards are “proportional” to landlords and tenants. In a written question, Plaid Cymru MP Llinos Medi, asked whether the government would consider…
Older renters fear rent rises and evictions under EPC targets
Property118 Older renters fear rent rises and evictions under EPC targets A charity has urged the government to guarantee that EPC targets deliver benefits for older renters. Research from Independent Age reveals that 63% of older tenants would be worried…
Build-to-Rent viability warning as ARL urges government action
Property118 Build-to-Rent viability warning as ARL urges government action The Association for Rental Living (ARL) is urging the government to take prompt action to support the UK’s Build-to-Rent (BtR) sector and address the increasing issue of viability that is deterring…
Council boosts landlord enforcement funding ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act
Property118 Council boosts landlord enforcement funding ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act A city council has unveiled a huge cash injection to deal with ‘rogue’ landlords ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act being implemented in May. It says that landlords…
Petition for faster evictions and tenant database rejected
Property118 Petition for faster evictions and tenant database rejected In response to a petition calling for faster evictions and a tenant database, the government said it does not support the proposals. The government claim “it is not proportionate” to introduce…
EYE NEWS UPDATE: Foxtons publishes full year financial results
Foxtons has reported higher revenue for 2025, as growth in its lettings business helped offset challenging market conditions. Group revenue rose 5% to £172.5m, driven primarily by a 5% increase in lettings income, supported by acquisitions and growth in higher-margin…
Propertymark CEO makes fresh plea for agents to back Angela Rayner as speaker
Angela Rayner's invitation has prompted criticism from agents
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