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Number of Children in Private Rented Sector Nearly Triples Since 2000
The number of children living in the UK private rented sector has almost tripled since 2000, according to the Resolution Foundation, with more children now in the PRS than working-age adults.
Rental Market Faces Pressure Following Renters’ Rights Act
Early data shows rent inflation and access issues for some tenants three months after the Renters’ Rights Act became law, according to PropertyWire.
Dwelly Surpasses 14,000 Properties Under Management After Shaws Acquisition
Dwelly has reached 14,000 properties under management following its acquisition of Shaws, a Kensington letting agency. The deal adds around 250 properties to Dwelly's portfolio.
Renters Face Unintended Impacts from Renters’ Rights Act, Reports Suggest
Early data and industry reports indicate the Renters’ Rights Act has led to rising rents, market uncertainty, and challenges for both tenants and landlords.
Openmoove Launches Free Material Information Service for Agents and Sellers
Openmoove is now providing free material information to agents and sellers, integrating compliance data into existing workflows at no cost.
43% of Estate Agents Trust No Political Party on Housing, Report Finds
New research shows 43% of estate agents do not trust any political party to address the UK housing crisis, according to The Voice of the Agent report.
Landlords Warned of Legionella Risks After Record UK Temperatures
Landlords are being warned about Legionnaires’ disease risks following the UK's hottest bank holiday weekend on record, with 472 cases reported in 2024.
Connells: Fewer Homeowners Moving as Costs and Caution Rise
Connells research finds only 5% of home sellers have owned their property for less than three years, citing higher moving costs and mortgage rates as key factors.
Campions Group Makes Third London Acquisition in Just Over a Month
Campions Group has acquired Battersea & Nine Elms Estates, marking its third London property acquisition in just over a month.
Overseas Investors Account for One in Five New Buy-to-Let Businesses
A report highlights that overseas investors are behind one in five new buy-to-let businesses, according to figures from Hamptons.
Zoopla Data Shows UK Housing Market Remains Active Despite Softer Demand
Zoopla's latest House Price Index shows agreed sales up 1% year-on-year despite a 10% drop in buyer demand, with increased stock and modest price growth in affordable regions.
First-Time Buyers Spend More as UK Housing Market Remains Steady
First-time buyers are targeting higher-value homes despite weaker demand, with average prices rising faster than overall UK house price inflation, according to Zoopla data.