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Former Norfolk Agent Faces £47,685 Fraud Charges Over Lettings Failures
A former Norfolk estate agent has appeared in court facing 19 fraud charges totalling £47,685, relating to withheld landlord payments and unprotected tenant deposits.
Propertymark Opens Voting for Board and Vice-Presidential Roles
Propertymark has opened voting for key board and vice-presidential positions, with members able to vote until 18th June. The elections come amid increased regulatory pressure in the UK property sector.
Labour Leadership Contest Sparks Property Tax Debate
Labour leadership candidates' tax proposals could affect property investment, mortgage rates, and rental supply, according to analysis from Knight Frank.
Government Urges Councils to Take Proactive Enforcement Role
The government has stated that councils should take a proactive approach to enforcement under the Renters’ Rights Act, with plans to establish a sustainable funding system.
Andy Burnham Faces Criticism Over Letting London Flat
Andy Burnham has been accused of hypocrisy after reports that he lets a London flat partly bought with MPs’ expenses, according to Property118.
Majority of Professional Landlords Plan to Expand Portfolios
Research shows 84% of professional landlords intend to grow their property portfolios in the next year, despite economic and legislative challenges.
MFB Recruits Six Apprentices Through Academy Programme
Mortgage Finance Brokers (MFB) has added six apprentices to its team via its academy in Kings Hill, West Malling, as part of its strategy to nurture future talent.
Landlords Face Criminal Status Over Missed Letter, Report Says
A Property118 report highlights concerns that landlords risk criminal status for failing to send a required four-page letter, affecting both landlords and tenants.
Tenancy Fraud Costs UK Rental Sector Up to £4.1bn Annually, Goodlord Finds
Goodlord research finds fraudulent tenancy applications could expose the UK private rented sector to up to £4.1bn in losses each year, with London seeing the highest rates.
High Court Ruling Exposes Cladding Liabilities for Commercial Landlords
A High Court judgment in the Essendi case found commercial landlords liable for removing combustible cladding, even if not in disrepair, highlighting risks beyond the Building Safety Act.
HSBC Announces Mortgage Rate Cuts Across Multiple Products
HSBC has announced mortgage rate reductions effective from 11 August, impacting residential, buy-to-let, and international borrower mortgages.
Remortgage Searches Rise as Buy-to-Let and Purchase Queries Decline
Remortgage searches increased in July 2026, while buy-to-let and residential purchase queries fell, according to data from Twenty7tec.