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Andy Burnham’s London Rental Flat Part-Funded by Parliamentary Expenses
Andy Burnham bought a London flat in 2005 with help from the parliamentary expenses system and later rented it out privately. The arrangement has drawn renewed scrutiny.
Conveyancers Warned Over Failures With Property Deeds
Land Registry warns conveyancers to check property deeds properly or face disciplinary action. New HMRC registration rules and potential fines also highlighted.
Nock Deighton Expands Ownership as Senior Staff Become Shareholders
Nock Deighton has expanded its ownership structure, with five senior staff members becoming shareholders as part of its long-term growth plans.
Estate Agents Urged to Rethink Website-Focused Marketing Strategies
A Property Industry Eye report highlights a shift away from driving traffic to estate agents' websites, noting that most property searches now happen within platforms like Rightmove and Zoopla.
Franchise Owners Acquire Third Martin & Co Office in North West Expansion
Franchise owners Peter Mahoney and Craig Wicking have acquired Martin & Co Widnes, marking their third office in the network after previous acquisitions in Rochdale and Leigh.
OneDome Launches National TV Campaign to Promote Homebuying Platform
OneDome has launched its first national TV campaign to raise awareness of its homebuying platform, focusing on simplifying the property transaction process.
Gradual Commonhold Reform Seen as Crucial for Housing Supply
The government plans to replace leasehold with commonhold for new properties, but concerns remain about the system's readiness and developer uptake.
Majority of Leasehold Flats in England Remain Unsold After Six Months
Zoopla data shows over 80% of leasehold flats in England remain unsold after six months, with London seeing the highest rate.
Private Rental Sector Doubles as Families Replace Young Singles
Britain's private rented sector has more than doubled since 2000, with families and children now making up a significant share of tenants, according to the Resolution Foundation.
OneDome Launches First TV Campaign with £7.5m Channel 4 Partnership
OneDome has launched its first television advertising campaign on Channel 4, backed by a £7.5 million media-for-equity partnership, highlighting its integrated homebuying platform.
Flats in England Struggle to Sell Despite Price Reductions
Many flats in England are failing to sell within six months, even after significant price cuts, with leasehold issues cited as a key factor.
Bradford Landlord Convicted for Multiple HMO Safety Violations
A Bradford landlord has been found guilty of multiple HMO safety offences after poor conditions were discovered at three properties. Sentencing is pending.