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Property Lawyers Caution Against Rushed Digital Homebuying Reforms
Property lawyers have warned that the UK Government's digital reforms to homebuying could undermine transaction safeguards if implemented without sufficient consultation.
England Set to Miss Housebuilding Target by Over 660,000 Homes
Savills forecasts England will fall short of government housebuilding targets by over 660,000 homes in the next five years, with annual completions well below the 300,000 target.
Flatsharing Costs Rise as UK Rents Increase
Rents across the UK have risen almost 7% in the past three years, making even flatsharing less affordable, according to Landlord Today.
Conference Announced on Renters Rights Act Six Months On
A conference on the Renters Rights Act will take place on October 20, six months after the Act's introduction, according to Landlord Today.
NRLA Launches New Support for Landlords on Renters Rights Act
The NRLA is offering new practical guidance hubs to help landlords navigate the Renters Rights Act, according to Landlord Today.
Research Finds Correct Pricing Speeds Up UK Home Sales
Homes priced accurately from the start sell much faster than those initially overpriced, according to new research by LRG reported by PropertyWire.
HMRC Issues Reminder About July 31 Tax Deadline
HMRC has issued a warning about a tax deadline falling on July 31, according to Landlord Today.
Rent Controls Return to Policy Debate Amid New Campaign
A new campaign has brought rent controls back into discussion, as the number of privately rented dwellings in England increased by 96,000 between 2023 and 2025.
Free Compliance Webinar for Letting Agents Announced
A free 30-minute compliance webinar for agents will take place on Thursday, July 16, according to Letting Agent Today.
Renters Rights Act Drives Growth in Deposit Replacement Sector
Deposit alternative supplier Reposit reports record growth in early 2026, attributing its success to the impact of the Renters Rights Act.
Rightmove Adds Voice-Activated Search for Rental Listings
Rightmove has expanded its AI-powered conversational search tool, allowing prospective tenants to ask questions out loud about individual property listings.
CJ Hole Relocates Burnham-on-Sea Branch Under Veteran Franchisee
CJ Hole has relocated its Burnham-on-Sea branch, marking the 12th office for franchisee Chris Hill, who has over 30 years with the brand.