Estate agents lag behind consumer expectations on trust
A substantial gap has emerged between what estate agents promote and what consumers value when selecting an agency, according to new research examining professionalism standards in the property sector. Part…
Savills downgrades UK house price forecast to 18.5% by 2030
Savills has revised its UK housing market forecast downwards, now projecting mainstream house prices will decline by 2% in 2026 as elevated mortgage costs continue to suppress buyer demand and…
£950k bridging loan funds £2.7m Menai Strait development
A two-property development on Beach Road overlooking the Menai Strait in Wales has achieved a gross development value of £2.7 million following £950,000 in development funding from Charles Street. Developer…
Canterbury commercial property secures £1.5m bridging loan
Recognise Bank has provided a £1.5 million bridging loan for the acquisition of a multi-building commercial property in Canterbury, Kent, comprising several interconnected terraced properties including Grade II listed buildings…
Fragmented data systems increase costs for landlords
Disconnected property data systems are creating operational risks and increasing costs for landlords as new compliance requirements take effect, according to industry analysis. The Renters’ Rights Act and Making Tax…
Scotland launches £10,000 shared equity scheme for buyers
The Scottish Government has launched a shared-equity scheme offering interest-free loans of £10,000 to first-time buyers, aimed at addressing deposit barriers in the property market. The First Homes Fund will…
PRS database to enable council enforcement from 2026
The government’s Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database will function as a monitoring and enforcement tool for local authorities under the Renters’ Rights Act, according to a newly published policy paper.…
Franchise group sees growth from Renters’ Rights Act
The Property Franchise Group (TPFG) has identified the Renters’ Rights Act as a potential growth driver, reporting increased enquiries from landlords seeking professional property management services ahead of the legislation’s…
Jones Robinson acquires lettings portfolio from rival firm
Jones Robinson has acquired the managed lettings portfolio of Marlborough-based Kate’s Estates following the retirement of founder Kate Deakin, expanding the independent agency’s presence across Wiltshire. The transaction transfers landlords…
Coastal property markets record double-digit growth
Several British seaside locations have recorded double-digit price growth over the past year, contrasting with a national decline in asking prices, according to data from Rightmove. Bootle in Merseyside leads…