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Void Periods Shorten Across England After Renters’ Rights Act
Void periods in England have shortened since the Renters’ Rights Act was introduced in May, with notable regional improvements, according to Rushbrook & Rathbone.
Zoopla: Flats Offer Growing Value as Demand Falls
Zoopla reports that flats are offering increasing value as buyers favour houses, with ongoing concerns about leasehold costs and upcoming government reforms.
Off-Market Keys Launches Platform for Discreet Property Sales
Off-Market Keys, developed by Jaiyn AI, has launched a platform for private property sales, allowing agents to represent both buyers and sellers and earn commission on off-market transactions.
Loc8me Appoints New COO to Support National Expansion
Student lettings agency Loc8me has appointed Wesley Brown as Chief Operating Officer to support its ongoing national growth and integration of recent acquisitions.
Housebuilders Maintain Prices Despite Delays in New-Build Sales
Many UK housebuilders are holding firm on new-build prices, even as a significant proportion of properties remain unsold for months, according to analysis by Octane Capital.
Court-Won Boundary Dispute Costs Remain Unpaid
A property owner who won a boundary dispute in court reports not having recovered any costs yet, with delays in payment remaining unexplained.
Tracker Mortgage Applications Triple as Borrowers Respond to Rate Uncertainty
Applications for tracker mortgages rose more than threefold in April, as borrowers reconsidered fixed-rate products amid economic uncertainty and changing mortgage pricing.
Tenant Reflects on Garden Use and Lease Terms in UK Rental
A Guardian columnist discusses her experience with garden upkeep as a renter, referencing tenancy agreement terms and landlord involvement.
Andy Burnham Faces Scrutiny Over Landlord Status
Andy Burnham has been revealed as the landlord of a former council flat in Kennington, south London, according to reports by The Sun and Daily Mail.
Commercial Investment Earning £17k Per Year Up for Auction
A commercial property investment generating £17,000 annually is being auctioned, as some residential landlords move into the commercial sector.
Specialist Buy-to-Let Lender Updates Rates and Product Range
A specialist buy-to-let lender has changed its rates and refreshed its product range, with changes taking effect immediately, according to Landlord Today.
Temporary Short Lets May Invalidate Insurance, Report Warns
A report warns that temporary short lets could invalidate insurance cover. 14% of short let stays occur in August, according to Landlord Today.