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Zoopla Returns to Profit as Estate Agent Valuation Leads Increase
Zoopla reported a return to statutory profit and a 25% rise in estate agent valuation leads for 2025, according to its latest accounts.
UK Housebuilding Activity Falls Sharply as New Projects Slow
UK housebuilding activity declined sharply in August, with the S&P Global UK Construction PMI showing a significant drop in residential construction and fewer new projects starting.
London Letting Agents See Five-Year High in Tenant Competition
London letting agents are facing the highest tenant competition in five years, as rental supply remains below average and demand continues to outpace available properties.
Housebuilder Start-Ups in Britain Fall to Four-Year Low
The number of new housebuilding companies in Britain has dropped to its lowest level since 2022, with rising interest rates and the end of Help to Buy cited as key factors.
Mortgage Rates Expected to Rise Ahead of Bank of England Decision
Mortgage rates are set to increase as swap rates reach a three-year high ahead of the Bank of England's upcoming interest rate decision.
Mansion Tax Set for 2028: Valuation and Appeals Challenges Ahead
The Government's Mansion Tax, arriving in April 2028, will apply to properties in England valued at £2 million or more, raising concerns over valuation disputes and administrative burdens.
MP Opposes 5,600 New Homes on Croydon Green Belt
Chris Philp MP has called for plans to build 5,600 new homes on Croydon's green belt to be stopped, citing concerns about the area's character and environment.
2point0 Group Launches Realise to Support Agency Mergers and Acquisitions
2point0 Group has launched Realise, a new division focused on business sales, mergers, and acquisitions for estate and letting agencies, led by Joel Osbourne.
Deposit Deductions That Hold Up: Evidence Standards for Adjudicators
Landlords often lose deposit disputes due to weak evidence. This guide explains what TDS, DPS, and mydeposits adjudicators expect, from dated inventories to wear and tear apportionment, ensuring your deposit deduction claims stand up.
Wiltshire Council Launches Landlord Forum on Rental Reform
Wiltshire Council is launching a quarterly online forum for landlords, letting agents, and housing professionals to discuss rental reform and legislative updates.
Blackburn and Darwen Council Targets Rogue Landlords with New Powers
Blackburn and Darwen council is increasing enforcement against rogue landlords using new government powers, including those from the Renters Rights Act.
Fabian Society Housing Head Criticises Spending on 'Slum Landlords'
Ben Cooper of the Fabian Society housing group has criticised public spending on private landlords providing emergency temporary accommodation, according to Landlord Today.