Housebuilding levels fall despite government’s ambitious plans for growth
Commentator suggests that the latest housebuilding data reflects ongoing nervousness in the market
Marc da Silva
House prices, rents rise across the UK – ONS
House prices continued their upward trajectory in January 2025
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Knight Frank bolsters PCL sales team; Savills appoints new director; Law firm expands residential conveyancing division
New licensing scheme for landlords delayed by legal challenge
The scheme was due to be introduced last week
New estate agency to open next month
The new estate agency will launch with a grand opening
Executors of a family estate win appeal against £700k inheritance tax on sale of a property
HMRC considers home loan schemes to be an aggressive form of tax avoidance
Housebuilding industry ready to work with government to bolster future workforce
Labour shortages threaten housebuilding targets
EYE NEWSFLASH: Property industry reacts to 2025 Spring Statement
OBR concludes planning reforms will bring housebuilding to its highest level in 40 years
LSL reports strong performance as ‘strategic transformation’ proves profitable
Full year results show that Estate Agency Franchising continues to support the growth of franchisees and facilitate territory expansion
Rogue letting agent jailed for more than three years
In total, five individuals were sentenced in court yesterday
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: BPF's director of policy lands a new role; Another self-employed agent joins Chartwell Noble; Strutt & Parker strengthens senior team
Major property firms in merger discussions
The proposed partnership is subject to negotiations progressing well
Property industry reacts to Zoopla House Price Index
It was inevitable that the changes in stamp duty thresholds were going to push many buyers to enter the market
Estate agent narrowly avoids jail after ‘shameful’ scams
Estate agent Charlotte Blackwell cried as she was spared prison at Cardiff Crown Court yesterday
UK average house price dips as demand slows
There is plenty of demand for homes but also lots of choice
LSL welcomes franchise renewals
This commitment supports the continued success and value of LSL’s Estate Agency Franchising’s franchise proposition
SFH can help boost housing supply in the face of ambitious housing targets
Data suggests that 46% of landlords intend to sell properties within the next 12 months
Major property data firm unveils rebrand
This rebrand introduces a new name, logo, and brand identity that reflect the company’s transformation into an information services provider
Well-known estate agency enhances portfolio after completing acquisition
This strategic move is designed to strengthen the company's market position
Rogue letting agents face jail for major fraud
A judge is expected to pass sentence on the defendants today