FCA mortgage reforms draw mixed response as affordability remains key concern
Experts says flexibility on remortgaging welcome, but barriers to home ownership persist
NEWS ARCHIVES
Propertymark urges MPs to consider Renters’ Rights Bill impact over summer
“Biggest changes to the private rental sector in decades” could affect fixed-term tenancies and supply, warns CEO
Lettings agent manager admits embezzling more than £16,000
Colleague raised the alarm after becoming suspicious of a scam involving fake invoices
Fears raised for landlords over ‘surprise’ inspection powers for councils
Renters’ Rights Bill amendment will allow for notification after the visit has taken place
Rental market pressures ease as more landlords buy new properties
TDS Charitable Foundation research highlights shift in landlord behaviour and a fall in tenants struggling to pay rent
More first-time buyers pushed into 90% mortgages following stamp duty changes
Fewer searches above £300,000 and a rise for short-term mortgage deals, Twenty7tec also reports
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Colliers restructures Residential & Living division; CBRE hires senior director for Residential Capital Markets team
Agents Together unveils relaunch with new board of ambassadors
The move aims to reinforce “ongoing commitment to supporting professional development, personal wellbeing, and greater collaboration”
Iamproperty launches mag to highlight auction benefits
Publication for partner agents aims to offer a consumer-friendly overview of the MMoA process
Environet data reveals Japanese knotweed hotspots
Invasive plant specialist finds the worst hit area has recordings of 33.91 incidences per square mile