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New Benchmarking Service Launched to Assess Agency Inefficiencies
A new benchmarking service has launched to help estate, letting and block management agencies assess the cost of inefficient processes, underused technology and lost leads.
New Holiday Let Index Launched with Landlord and Finance Data
A new index has been launched to provide research and data on the UK holiday let market, including input from landlords, homeowners, and brokers.
Landlords Advised to Inspect Properties for Heat Damage
Landlords are being urged to check properties for heat-related damage, as prolonged hot weather can affect building materials and lead to future issues.
Edinburgh’s Top Rental Postcodes for Q2 2026 Revealed by ESPC
ESPC has identified Edinburgh postcodes with the strongest rental yields for buy-to-let investors in Q2 2026, using Citylets data and house price analysis.
Landlords Warned of Increased Property Fraud Risk
Landlords, buyers, sellers, and owner occupiers are being urged to stay alert to property fraud risks, according to a report from Landlord Today.
Top Agent Says New Landlords Are More Strategic and Business-Like
A top agent reports that new landlords are more business-like and strategic, while older landlords are leaving the sector.
Scottish Rental Market Stable After End of Rent Controls
Scottish private rented sector shows minimal rent changes and 0.2% negative annual growth in Q2 2026, according to latest data.
Rental Yields Remain Strong in England Despite Economic Challenges
Private sector rental yields in England are approaching 7% in top markets, according to analysis by The Letting Partnership.
Lang Llewellyn & Co Opens Second Lettings Office in St Austell
Lang Llewellyn & Co is opening a second lettings office in St Austell, Cornwall, within six months, following its acquisition of RPM Lettings.
Franchisees Offered Opportunity to Acquire Lettings Agencies
Letting Agent Today reports that franchisees have been given the chance to acquire lettings agencies. Sourced was founded in 2017.
Letting Agents Urged to Learn New Possession Regulations
Letting Agent Today reports that agents are being urged to learn new possession regulations following changes in the student rental property landscape due to the Renters Rights Act.
Landlords Raise Asking Rents Amid Surge in Tenant Demand
Landlords are increasing asking rents following a surge in tenant demand after the Renters’ Rights Act, according to a report cited by Property118.