Law
Pet deposits and clarity still needed when it comes to Renters’ Rights Bill – Propertymark
Propertymark says major amendments to the Bill are needed, so that it is fit for purpose
News
Law
Letting agency sees £78k fine reduced to £67k for ‘poor and unsafe’ HMO
In total there were 10 separate offences under The Management of Houses in Multiple Occupation (England) Regulations 2006
Lettings
Rents see biggest month-on-month rise of 2025 to date
The upcoming passing of the Renters’ Rights Bill could potentially spark a buy-to-let sell off as landlords flee the market
Compliance
Four landlords banned for life following serious housing offences
Lifetime banning orders, granted under the Housing and Planning Act 2016, are rare
Finance
Spike in remortgage activity as ONP completes over 5,000 deals in a single day
Many homeowners are choosing to switch providers rather than settle for a product transfer
Other News
Sandbanks remains the UK’s most expensive seaside town
South west locations dominate the list of the priciest coastal areas
Other News
Estate agent who abandoned £100k BMW after crash avoids jail
Estate agent denies that he had drunk any alcohol prior to the incident
Politics
Renters’ Rights Bill enters Lords report stage today
The report stage is a further chance for members to closely scrutinise elements of the bill and make changes
Other News
Annual house price growth softens in June – industry reaction
The softening in price growth may reflect weaker demand following the increase in stamp duty at the start of April, says Nationwide
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Propertymark announces new divisional presidents and vice presidents; Libby Watt joins Moveli; L&G appoints head of housing
Finance
Rise in number of mortgage approvals ‘a welcome breath of air’
Will the government move to stimulate housing demand and help first-time buyers on to the housing ladder?
Agency
What should agents be doing to prepare for an AI-powered landscape?
AI presents a 'huge opportunity' for estate agents, says Starberry's Ben Sellers
Law
No end to uncertainty on leasehold reform
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 was rushed through Parliament with unusual speed
Agency
All-expenses-paid trip to Dubai for estate agents and letting agents
Glamourous incentive trip rewards high achievers with a luxury break in the UAE
Compliance
Major Building Safety Regulator reform to speed up housebuilding
The changes aim to remove barriers to housing delivery as part of the government's plans to deliver 1.5m new homes
Agency
Estate agency closes after almost 100 years
The independent estate agency, which closed its doors for the last time on Friday, had been at the same branch since 1965
Politics
What can we expect from the UK housing market in the second half of 2025?
As tariff turbulence appears to have peaked and the stamp duty disruption fades, what is the the main risk over the next six months?
Other News
Property industry reacts to Zoopla House Price Index
The current supply glut has put downwards pressure on asking prices, which sellers must take into account when pricing their property
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Knight Frank announces new Henley office head; Liberty Rock hires Paul Finch of Beauchamp Estates; CBRE appoints UK and Ireland chief executive
Other News
House price growth slows as market loses momentum
Buyers remain price-sensitive, especially in higher-value markets