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Rightmove: Conveyancing Delays Are Main Cause of Property Transaction Hold-Ups
Rightmove research finds conveyancing is the leading cause of property transaction delays, with 37% of movers citing it. The portal has launched an education programme for agents.
UK Housing Market Shows Signs of Stabilisation as Rent Expectations Rise
The UK housing market stabilised in August, with buyer demand and sales improving from recent lows, while rent expectations increased sharply.
Parkers Opens Basingstoke Office After Acquiring Two Local Agencies
Parkers has opened a new Basingstoke office after acquiring Property Explorer and Barons, expanding its presence in Hampshire and integrating local property management portfolios.
RICS Survey: UK Housing Market Steadies as Rent Rise Expectations Surge
The UK housing market showed signs of stabilising in August, but expectations for rent increases have risen sharply, according to the latest RICS survey.
Hortons Launches AI-Powered Property Search Tool
Hortons has introduced an AI-powered property search tool, allowing users to find properties, moving information, and local agents in a single search. Over 14,000 searches were made during its beta phase.
UK Buyer Demand Up 5% After Summer Lull, Says Rightmove Data
UK property buyer demand rose by 5% in early September, surpassing the five-year average for this period, according to Rightmove data reported by PropertyWire.
TPFG Relocates Registered Office as Revenue and Profits Increase
The Property Franchise Group has moved its registered office from Bournemouth to Grantham after reporting rises in revenue and profits for the first half of 2026.
Rental Arrears at Record Low, But Voids Still Affect Many Landlords
Rental arrears among UK landlords have reached a record low, but one in four landlords still report arrears and voids remain widespread, according to Pegasus Insight research.
Buyer Demand Rises Sharply in September Across UK Housing Market
Buyer demand increased by 5% in the first week of September, with all UK regions seeing a rise, according to Rightmove data reported by Property Industry Eye.
Letting Agents Face Increased Workload from New Landlord Database
Letting agents are being warned of a significant workload increase due to the government's new national landlord database, which requires annual registration for each rental property.
EPC C Rating & MEES 2025/2028: What Landlords Must Know
With EPC and MEES regulations tightening, landlords face new requirements from 2025 and 2028. This guide covers compliance strategies, grants, and the impact on property values and lettings.
Government Sets Regional Deadlines for New National Landlord Register
The government has announced regional deadlines for landlords in England to register properties on the new Private Rented Sector Database, starting in late 2026.