Second home markets face price falls and ownership decline
House prices have declined in 20 of the 25 local authorities with the highest concentration of second homes in England by the first quarter of 2026, according to analysis by…
Nearly half of unsafe cladding buildings await remediation
Almost nine years after the Grenfell Tower fire, 47% of buildings identified with unsafe cladding have yet to begin or complete remediation works, according to new data. Of 4,411 residential…
Fine & Country updates sales boards for 25th anniversary
Fine & Country has introduced redesigned ‘For Sale’ boards across its network as part of a brand refresh coinciding with the estate agency’s 25th anniversary in 2026. The updated boards…
TPFG awards share options to executives tied to performance
The Property Franchise Group (TPFG) has granted share options to senior executives as part of a long-term incentive scheme tied to company performance over the next three years. Chief Executive…
Bridging lender facilitates below-market property deal
Bridging lender Somo has completed a second charge loan enabling a borrower to acquire a buy-to-let property valued at £500,000 for £350,000, whilst simultaneously clearing six months of mortgage arrears.…
Labour MP proposes rent controls to reduce welfare spending
A Labour MP has called for the introduction of rent controls in the UK as a means to reduce the national welfare bill and alleviate cost-of-living pressures on tenants. Margaret…
Welsh landlords face £5,000 fines as licence renewals due
Landlords and letting agents operating in Wales are being reminded to check their Rent Smart Wales licence renewal dates, with penalties of up to £5,000 for non-compliance as the scheme…
Scotland’s £10,000 deposit scheme faces affordability concerns
Scotland’s newly launched First Homes Fund, which offers first-time buyers £10,000 towards property purchases, will not resolve underlying housing market challenges, according to a lender participating in the scheme. The…
Five properties near swimming venues listed across UK
Five residential properties located near public swimming facilities across England and Scotland have been listed for sale, with prices ranging from £650,000 to £6.45 million. In Plymouth, Devon, a Grade…
Saudi Arabia launches freehold map for foreign investors
Saudi Arabia has introduced a digital freehold map identifying geographic areas where foreign nationals may purchase property, marking a significant development in the Kingdom’s real estate market liberalisation. The official…