Compliance
Majority of UK mortgages brought under financial abuse code
All new signatories must be fully compliant with the Code by 1 November 2026
News
Finance
‘Next wave of mortgage rate cuts disappears over the horizon’ as inflation jumps
Mortgage rate-cutting momentum set to stall as inflation hits 3.4%
Acquisitions
EYE NEWS UPDATE: Foxtons expands into Birmingham with acquisition of local estate agency
Purchase gives Foxtons entry into West Midlands market
Law
Wording confirmed for new tenancy agreements under Renters’ Rights Act
New information must be shared with existing tenants no later than 31 May
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Jon Cooke steps down down from GPEA; Senior changes at Savills
Politics
Industry responds to Warm Home Plan
The £15bn warm homes plan aims to significantly cut energy bills
Compliance
Rogue landlord and agent fined for unlicensed HMO
Civil penalty fines were issued for the licence breach
Agency
Estate agency expansion fuels strong sales growth
Expansion and stronger market conditions drive an uplift in sales
Tech
Alto reports solid growth in full-year results
The CRM software for estate agents achieved significant sales growth in 2025
Other News
Plans for 3,500 new homes edge closer
The project will deliver around 3,500 new homes, along with green spaces, new infrastructure and transport links, and commercial and community facilities
Compliance
Estate agencies named for non-compliance with money laundering regulations
New list identifies estate agencies not complying with money laundering rules
Acquisitions
Fast-growing agency completes first strategic acquisition of 2026
The agency, which completed six acquisitions last year, now manages approximately 10,000 properties
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Partner returns to Knight Frank; Sam Smith joins Property Hub Invest; The Good Economy appoints head of sustainability for housing
Law
Are you ready for the changes under the Renters’ Rights Bill?
Major reforms are on the way, and preparation is no longer optional
Acquisitions
TPFG completes ‘smart’ acquisition
The purchase will support the group's growth strategy
Politics
Homeownership just got easier – here’s what’s changed
Traditional barriers to homeownership are easing
Acquisitions
Independent estate agency acquires rival firm
The acquisition expands the estate agency's presence in and around the local area
Other News
Sharp rise in number committing to a home move this year
Conveyancing registrations – a key indicator of serious intent to move – has increased significantly