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Letting Agents Urge Landlords to Prepare Rentals for Ongoing Heatwave
Estate agents are urging landlords to check ventilation and airflow in rental properties as the UK heatwave continues, with advice for tenants to use fans safely.
Government Proposes First Time Buyer ISA to Replace Lifetime ISA
The government has proposed replacing the Lifetime ISA with a First Time Buyer ISA, aiming to simplify savings for first-time buyers. Industry figures say affordability remains a key challenge.
Rightmove Hosts Webinar on New Rent-Setting Rules for Letting Agents
Rightmove is holding a webinar to guide letting agents through new rent-setting requirements under the Renters’ Rights Act, with practical advice from industry consultant David d’Orton-Gibson.
iamproperty Launches 'Sale Ready' Tool to Speed Up Property Transactions
iamproperty has launched 'Sale Ready', a new service for estate agents to prepare sales transactions earlier by providing key property information and legal documents at listing.
Brexit’s Impact on UK Housing Market Remains Divisive After Ten Years
A decade after the Brexit referendum, the UK property industry remains split on its impact, with new research showing half of Britons believe Brexit has harmed the housing market.
iamproperty Launches 'Sale Ready' to Accelerate UK Property Transactions
Proptech firm iamproperty has launched Sale Ready, a service aimed at speeding up property sales by preparing documentation earlier in the process, in response to upcoming government reforms.
Estate Agents Urged to Focus on Buyers Amid Market Changes
Industry commentary suggests estate agents may need to prioritise buyers as Zoopla data shows a 10% drop in buyer demand year-on-year in May.
Government Consults on First Time Buyer ISA to Replace Lifetime ISA
The government is consulting on replacing the Lifetime ISA with a First Time Buyer ISA, removing retirement savings features and withdrawal penalties. Industry figures highlight concerns over property price caps.
Stamp Duty or Mansion Tax? Burnham's Property Tax Options Examined
A report discusses Andy Burnham's suggestion to replace Stamp Duty Land Tax with an annual mansion tax, comparing the impact of both on the UK property market.
Manchester Overtakes London as Top Buy-to-Let Investment Hub
Manchester has surpassed London as the leading city for buy-to-let investors, according to data from The Property Buying Company, with 23% of investors targeting Manchester properties.
Rule Changes Lead to Loss of 2,000 Student HMO Beds in UK
At least 2,000 student HMO beds have been sold in the past year as landlords respond to the Renters’ Rights Act and regulatory pressures, according to YieldMe.
Strutt & Parker Appoints Head of National Town and City Markets
Strutt & Parker has named Louise Glanville as its first Head of National Town and City Markets, focusing on prime regional city locations including Oxford, Cambridge, Winchester, and Exeter.