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Concerns Raised Over Negative Growth in Room Rental Supply
SpareRoom has raised concerns about room rental supply entering negative growth, according to Letting Agent Today.
Mydeposits Announces Digital Deposit Changes and New Fee Structure
Mydeposits has launched digital deposit changes and a new fee structure, moving its insured scheme onto Total Property, according to Letting Agent Today.
Experienced Knight Frank Executive Joins The Property Ombudsman
A senior figure from Knight Frank with two decades of digital transformation experience has joined The Property Ombudsman, according to Letting Agent Today.
HMOs Recognised for Energy Efficiency Investment
Paragon Bank analysis highlights that HMOs have been praised for their investment in energy efficiency, according to Letting Agent Today.
Reapit and Goodlord Partner to Streamline Tenant Onboarding for Letting Agents
Reapit and Goodlord have formed a strategic partnership to simplify tenant onboarding and compliance for UK letting agents, integrating key services into a single platform.
Eight Renters Competing for Each Available Property, Says Propertymark
Propertymark reports that eight renters are chasing every available property, highlighting ongoing imbalance in the UK lettings market.
Landlords Now Selling Due to Capital Gains Tax Uncertainty, Survey Finds
A Property118 survey finds financial factors, especially Capital Gains Tax speculation and higher interest rates, are now the main reasons landlords are selling UK rental properties.
Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 Brings Major Changes
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 introduces significant changes to residential property law, including the abolition of the two-year ownership rule and enhanced right to manage.
Buy to Let Lenders Cut Rates and Expand Product Ranges
Several buy to let lenders have reduced rates and updated their product offerings, with one lender entering the bridging market, according to Property118.
Government Rules Out Nightingale-Style Courts for Possession Cases
The government has decided not to introduce Nightingale-style courts for possession cases, stating there is no national backlog. Calls for specialist housing courts continue.
Generation Rent Launches Rent Freeze Campaign Targeting Angela Rayner
Generation Rent has started a postcard campaign urging Housing Secretary Angela Rayner to introduce a rent freeze and restrict rent increases by landlords.
Over Half of First-Time Buyers Rely on Family Support, Savills Finds
Savills research shows 53% of first-time buyers in 2025 received financial help from family, with gifts, loans, and inheritances totalling £11bn.