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Nationwide Reports UK House Price Growth of 2.2% in June
Nationwide's June House Price Index shows UK annual house price growth rising to 2.2%, with Northern Ireland leading regional increases.
UK Housing Market Slows as Buyer Demand Drops and Sales Stall
Three in five homes listed since January remain unsold as buyer demand falls and higher mortgage rates impact affordability, according to Zoopla's latest House Price Index.
Section 21 Abolished: Landlords Must Use New Eviction Process
Section 21 evictions have been abolished in England, requiring landlords to use amended Section 8 grounds and comply with new documentation and evidence rules.
UK Housing Transactions Fall for Second Month, HMRC Data Shows
UK residential property transactions dropped 2% in May, marking a second consecutive monthly decline, according to HMRC data reported by PropertyWire.
The House Group Launches Lettings Division Across Three Counties
The House Group has launched a lettings division across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, and Hampshire, appointing Tom Smith as Lettings Manager. The new service offers three tiers and uses PayProp for client accounting.
UK Rents Rise Again, with Greater London Leading Annual Growth
UK average monthly rents increased to £1,353 in June 2026, with Greater London showing the highest annual growth at 5%, according to the latest HomeLet Rental Index.
Student Lettings Market Faces Major Shift Due to Renters’ Rights Act
Nearly half of student landlords plan to market properties later than usual after the Renters’ Rights Act, with new rules affecting tenancy agreement timings and operational practices.
Buyer's Market Helps Moderate UK Property Prices Amid Uncertainty
HMRC data shows UK residential transactions fell 2% in May 2026, giving buyers more negotiating power and helping keep house price growth in check.
Legal & General Mortgage Club Awards 2026 Supplement Released
The Legal & General Mortgage Club Awards 2026 winners supplement is now available, featuring photos and a full list of finalists and winners from the event held at the Guildhall in London.
LRG Acquires Historic Midlands Agency Doolittle & Dalley
LRG has acquired Doolittle & Dalley, a Midlands estate agency with over 130 years of family ownership, and will retain its brand and staff.
Section 8 Now Key for Possession After Section 21 Abolished
With Section 21 evictions no longer available, landlords must now use Section 8 of the Housing Act 1988 to regain possession, requiring strict compliance and evidence.
Burnham Considers Major Overhaul of UK Property Taxes
Andy Burnham’s team is reviewing proposals to replace Council Tax and Stamp Duty with a new annual property levy. The plan could impact homeowners, landlords, and letting agents across the UK.