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- Homeownership
London’s EPC upgrades disturbing more than just floorboards
London landlords are rushing to hit the government's EPC C deadline. Most have no idea that EPC renovation work in pre-2000 buildings triggers asbestos compliance obligations (and that one of those obligations quietly…
- Landlords
Are heat pumps and solar systems making London's legionella risk worse?
New research by London Water Services finds that eco-retrofit installations are creating conditions ideal for Legionella growth in the capital's rental stock, while most landlords remain unaware of a compliance…
- Homeownership
2025 on track to be worst year for subsidence on record and Surrey is most exposed
New analysis by SurreySubsidence.co.uk has found that UK insurers are on course to pay out more in subsidence claims in 2025 than in any year since records began and that Surrey homeowners and buyers stand to absorb the…
- Homeownership
Top 5 foundation repair services in London, rated by TLPN Awards 2025
Foundation issues such as subsidence, cracks, and settlement can cause serious structural damage if left unchecked. Finding the right foundation repair service in London can ensure that your property is safe and…
- Homeownership
University of Liverpool researchers harness the power of AI to transform planning consultations
A groundbreaking new AI tool developed by researchers at the University of Liverpool is set to revolutionise the way public consultations are handled in the planning sector, potentially offering significant benefits for…
- Investing
'Beware the cracks that could cost you thousands', says a foundation repair expert
Buyers are scouring London's market for deals, but one oversight often lingers, and that is foundation problems. These issues hide well until they surface, sending costs spiraling and tanking resale values. A foundation…
- Landlords
L&Q unveils stylish new show home for final phase of affordable rentals in Hendon
Housing association L&Q has opened the doors to a brand-new studio show home at its Rookery Grove development in Hendon, signalling the launch of the final collection of London Living Rent apartments. This latest phase…
- Mortgages
Charles Curran's open letter cuts like a knife with 'the reality of today's property market'
When Charles Curran of Maskells speaks, anyone wise—or keen to advance in the property market—should sit up and listen to his thoughts and analysis on the current state of the market. Below is Charles Curran's open…
- Landlords
Sellers turn to tech for cheaper property surveys as house prices dip
In a market where house prices are experiencing their first June decline in a decade, UK homeowners are increasingly turning to innovative technology to cut the costs associated with selling their properties. A new app…
- Investing
Managing director of Hallam Land to step down
The esteemed managing director of Hallam Land, the land promotion division of Henry Boot, is poised to relinquish his role at the close of the year. Nick Duckworth, a stalwart of the company, will depart from his…
- Mortgages
House prices rose in May to 3.5% and 'mortgage approvals holding up well'
House prices in predominantly rural areas have risen by 23% over the last five years, compared to 18% in more urban areas. Robert Gardner, Nationwide’s Chief Economist, said, “Annual UK house price growth was marginally…
- Investing
'We arguably need more rental accomodation' but data shows new HMO licence approvals falls by 6%
The latest internal data from Searchland reveals that the number of HMO licences being granted by local planning authorities is on the decline, although there hasn’t been a significant increase across areas such as…
- Homeownership
House prices are dropping across London – but people are still buying outside the capital
Property prices in the UK are on the rise once more – but that’s not the case in all areas of London, with some boroughs showing an annual decrease. Despite this, many Londoners are still finding it difficult to get…
- Homeownership
Frasers Property UK Chief Executive to step down with co-leaders appointed
Frasers Property UK has declared that its esteemed chief executive officer, Ilaria del Beato, will step down from her position at the month’s end to explore fresh endeavours. Having joined the fold in 2017, Del Beato…
- Homeownership
Barratt London debuts vibrant Bermondsey Heights show home
Barratt London has teamed up with Dapa Atelier to unveil a striking one-bedroom show home at Bermondsey Heights, tailored for the creative pulse of SE1’s young professionals. Nestled in Zone 2’s south-east London, the…
- Homeownership
Creative boom fuels London’s housing surge, says Barratt
London’s thriving creative industries are not just boosting the UK economy—they’re reshaping the capital’s housing market too. New research pegs the media and entertainment sector’s potential value at £53 billion by…
- Mortgages
'London to suffer UK’s worst drop in house prices', surveyors predict
London’s property market is bracing for the sharpest decline in house prices across the UK in the coming months, property agents predict, as the capital grapples with a toxic mix of economic jitters and tax hikes. The…
- Mortgages
HSBC increases buy-to-let LTV to 80%, a potential lifeline—just not for everyone
HSBC has rolled out significant updates to its domestic buy-to-let range, effective immediately, lifting loan-to-value (LTV) ratios to 80% in a move that could ease the strain for some landlords. The changes come with…
- Homeownership
Price precision is driving London property market, says Maskells chief
In prime central London’s property scene, getting the price right is proving more crucial than ever, according to Jamie Hope, managing director of sales at Maskells . Despite economic and political uncertainties casting…
- Homeownership
Boyes Turner appoints Emily Neale as new head of residential property
Boyes Turner, the Reading-based law firm, has appointed Emily Neale as its new head of residential property, further strengthening a property team that has held a coveted Tier 1 ranking in the Legal 500 for 11…
- Homeownership
London faces UK’s longest social housing wait at 6.6 years, study finds
Greater London has emerged as the UK’s toughest region for social housing hopefuls, with an average wait of 6.6 years—more than double the national average of 2.9 years—according to fresh data from unoccupied house…
- Landlords
The most rented region in the UK and it's not London, new analysis reveals
Manchester has claimed the crown as the UK’s leading city for renters in 2025, with a striking 62 per cent of households now leasing their homes, outpacing even London in its proportion of rented properties. A new study…
- Homeownership
Property auction firm Bamboo Auctions boosts board with industry titans
Bamboo Auctions, a key player in property auction technology, has strengthened its leadership team by bringing on board two seasoned experts from the PropTech and FinTech worlds, Gary Barker and Rob Barnett. The move…
- Landlords
Small landlords facing being pushed out of the market, warns top expert
A leading property lawyer has cautioned that small landlords managing just one or two properties could soon find themselves edged out by larger portfolio holders or corporate entities, as the Government presses forward…
- Homeownership
Streamline property sales with a 'property MOT' to speed the process up, claims one estate agent
Buying a home in Britain can drag on and it takes over five months on average. A London estate agent, Amy Reynolds from Antony Roberts in Richmond has a plan. She’s calling for a ‘Property MOT’ system. It’s a simple…
- Homeownership
Add £5k to your property value by installing one thing, insurance expert reveals
Landlords could pocket an extra £5,000 on their property’s value, well, that’s the claim from Quotezone.co.uk’s insurance whizzes. They reckon popping an electric vehicle charger on your rental could be an investment…
- Landlords
Only 8% of property rentals say yes to pets—will the Renters’ Rights Bill change that?
Britain’s rental market is still giving pets the cold shoulder. That’s the word from Zero Deposit. Their latest dig into rental listings shows just 8% of properties welcome furry mates. This comes even as the Renters’…
- Homeownership
Floods trigger subsidence chaos with over 4.6m properties at risk, expert warns
Subsidence repair experts at Home Subsidence Repairs are sounding the alarm. Flood risks and subsidence are teaming up to threaten UK homes and businesses. They say it’s time to act before hidden dangers sink your…
- Landlords
One in five landlord disputes are rental arrears and 'volatility will only increase further', an expert claims
A fresh look at the UK rental scene by FCC Paragon, a top lettings AML platform, has turned up a startling figure. More than one in five disputes in the private rental market now revolves around unpaid rent. That’s the…
- Homeownership
Conveyancing costs soar 18% in 12 months, Moverly reveals
Conveyancing bills are climbing fast across the UK. New data and insights from Moverly, whose latest peek at the numbers shows an 18% jump in costs over the past year. Homebuyers are now forking out £1,375 on average…
