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Market Harborough Building Society Launches Dedicated Broker Support Teams
Market Harborough Building Society has introduced dedicated support teams for brokers, aiming to streamline case management and decision-making.
Lenders Predict Drop in Mortgage Demand for Q3 Despite Q2 Growth
Lenders reported increased mortgage demand in Q2 2026 but expect a decline in Q3, according to the Bank of England's Credit Conditions Survey.
Build To Rent Premium Significantly Higher Than Mainstream Rentals
Data shows Build To Rent properties command a much higher premium than mainstream rentals, with the difference even greater in London.
Google Searches for Renters’ Rights Act Surge Ahead of Implementation
Google searches for the Renters’ Rights Act 2026 rose sharply ahead of its implementation, according to research cited by Property118.
Section 21 Abolished: Evidence Files Now Central for Landlords
Section 21 has been removed, shifting the focus to landlords' evidence files. Letting agents and inventory clerks must now ensure documentation is thorough.
Over 441,000 PRS Homes Fail New Thermal Comfort Standards Under HHSRS
More than 441,000 private rented homes do not meet new thermal comfort standards as updated HHSRS rules take effect, with landlords facing potential fines for severe damp and mould.
Government Defends PRS Ombudsman Scheme Amid Landlord Concerns
The government says the new Landlord Redress Scheme will support landlords and tenants, describing it as fair and impartial under the Renters’ Rights Act.
Charity Walk Planned in Memory of Agents’ Champion Sarah Edmundson
A charity walk will take place this autumn in memory of Sarah Edmundson, former chief executive of Agents Together and founding member of WiEA.
Lower Tax Thresholds to Bring Most Landlords Into Making Tax Digital by 2028
Lower income thresholds will bring most landlords into HMRC’s Making Tax Digital regime by 2028, with Propertymark advising letting agents to prepare for new digital reporting requirements.
Think Tanks Outline Major London Housing Plan for Opposition Parties
A joint report by two centre-right think tanks proposes measures to address London's housing shortage, identifying potential for up to 1.85 million new homes and calling for planning reforms.
Generation Rent Urges Penalties for Inflated Deposit Claims
Generation Rent has called for penalties on landlords and letting agents making inflated deposit claims, as the Government reviews tenancy deposit protection schemes.
Montagu Evans and Savills Announce Senior Appointments in Residential and Rural Teams
Montagu Evans has appointed George Tsielepis as partner in its residential valuation team, while Savills has named Simon Hillier as director in its Oxford rural team.