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Young People in Cornwall Resort to Van Living Amid Housing Pressures
Young people in Cornwall are living in vans as property is bought by tourists and landlords turn to Airbnb, according to Guardian Property.
Lomond Signs New Deal to Streamline Regulatory Compliance
Lomond, one of the UK’s largest lettings and sales agencies, has signed a new deal to streamline regulatory compliance across its 11 brands.
Councils to Use Airbnb Data to Tackle Illegal Social Housing Sublets
The government has announced a crackdown on social housing fraud, using Airbnb data to identify illegal sublets. Offenders could face fines, eviction, and up to two years in prison.
Rental Affordability Improves in London and North West, Says Propertymark
Propertymark reports that rental affordability has improved in London and the North West, with the salary needed to secure an average-priced home falling in most UK regions.
Majority of Renters Unaware of Renters’ Rights Act, Survey Finds
A survey by the TDS Charitable Foundation found that 69% of private renters in England are unaware of the Renters’ Rights Act or its meaning.
Government Data Raises Questions Over Eviction Reform Justification
The latest English Housing Survey has raised questions about the government's justification for private rented sector reforms, according to Property118.
SpareRoom: Rising Rents Push Higher Earners into UK Flatshares
New data from SpareRoom shows rising rents are leading more higher earners in the UK to share flats, with significant wage gaps reported among flatmates.
Short-Term Lets Rise 11.5% Amid Growing UK Housing Supply Concerns
ONS data shows UK short-term rental guest nights rose 11.5% in 2025, intensifying concerns about long-term rental housing supply and prompting calls for regulatory action.
Cornwall Housing Shortage Forces Young Workers to Live in Vans
Young workers in Cornwall are living in vans due to a lack of affordable housing, as tourist property purchases and short-term lets reduce long-term rental options.
Knight Frank Appoints Liza-Jane Kelly as Head of London Residential Sales
Knight Frank has named Liza-Jane Kelly as its new head of London residential sales, with Kelly set to join in September and oversee the firm's London sales operation.
Commonhold: Key Facts Letting Agents Should Know
Commonhold is a rarely used alternative to leasehold, offering freehold ownership of flats with collective management responsibilities. Recent reforms may make it the default for new flats.
Landlord Penalty Overturned After Council Misses Six-Month Deadline
A landlord's £19,500 penalty was quashed after Waltham Forest Council failed to meet a six-month rule, highlighting the importance of correct licensing procedures.