HMO licence applications rise 40% since 2018
Applications for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) licences in the UK have risen 40% since 2018, according to data obtained through Freedom of Information requests to local councils. The research,…
Middle East ceasefire may ease mortgage rates gradually
A ceasefire in the Middle East has prompted forecasts of potential mortgage rate reductions, though economists caution that any decline will be gradual rather than immediate. Capital Economics projects that…
Former Apprentice contestant criticises Rightmove fees
Kieran McCartney, an estate agent who appeared on The Apprentice, has added his voice to growing criticism of Rightmove’s pricing structure, stating he will withdraw his business unless the portal…
Student letting agencies expand operations to Midlands and North
Two student accommodation agencies have announced expansions into new university markets in the East Midlands and the North of England, as the sector continues to grow despite broader challenges in…
Canalside properties listed from £190,000 to £1.75m
Five waterside properties have been listed for sale across England and Scotland, ranging from £190,000 to £1.75m, according to recent market listings. The highest-priced property is a Grade II-listed five-bedroom…
Specialist lender backs £847,500 supported housing deal
A Birmingham-based landlord has completed an £847,500 refinance with Redwood Bank, consolidating debt across two children’s care homes and a five-bedroom HMO with a combined value of £1.13 million. Mohammed…
Property investors prioritise sustainability amid 2026 market shifts
Property investors are adjusting their strategies in 2026 as the UK market responds to economic pressures, regulatory changes, and evolving tenant preferences, according to industry analysis. Average property prices have…
LSL acquires Meyers franchise network in South Coast deal
LSL Estate Agency Franchising has acquired Meyers Franchising Limited, adding 10 franchise partners and six branches across Dorset and the South Coast to its network. The deal brings the Meyers…
Borrowers shift to two-year fixes as mortgage rates climb
Rising mortgage rates are prompting a shift in borrower behaviour, with demand for two-year fixed-rate products increasing significantly as borrowers seek flexibility during a period of market volatility, according to…
Major lettings firms announce senior leadership changes
Three property firms have announced senior leadership appointments as they restructure operations and expand service offerings ahead of regulatory changes and market developments. LRG restructures lettings division LRG has implemented…