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Bellway Urges Government to Cut Stamp Duty and Support First-Time Buyers
Bellway has called on the government to reduce stamp duty and introduce a deposit support scheme for first-time buyers, citing affordability constraints and softer market demand.
Ben Thompson to Leave Mortgage Advice Bureau at Year-End
Ben Thompson, director of home moving strategy at Mortgage Advice Bureau, will depart at the end of the year after eight years with the company.
Building Safety Law Criticised for Overlooking Ordinary Leaseholders
A PropertyWire report highlights concerns that current building safety law does not adequately consider the needs of ordinary leaseholders.
Landlords Warned Over Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet Deadline
A new proptech platform warns many landlords are unprepared for the Renters’ Rights Act deadline, risking fines for failing to provide tenants with the required Information Sheet.
Financial Ombudsman Service Announces Next Phase of Service Reforms
The Financial Ombudsman Service has detailed new reforms to modernise its complaints process, including rule amendments and new complaint dismissal powers, following consultation with the FCA.
Landlord Faces Penalties After Tenant Converts Home Into Unlicensed HMO
A landlord was threatened with financial penalties after a tenant secretly converted a family home into an unlicensed HMO, according to Property118.
Rightmove Shares Recover After Court Date Set in £1.5bn Legal Case
Rightmove's share price rebounded after a court date was set for a £1.5bn legal case involving alleged overcharging of estate agents. The hearing is scheduled for November.
Landlord and Letting Agent Fined £91,000 for Unsafe HMO in East London
A landlord and letting agent have been fined over £91,000 after Redbridge Council found dangerous conditions and illegal activity at a Wanstead HMO.
UK Property Listings Rise Faster Than Sales, Conversion Rates Fall
New property listings in Great Britain increased more than sales agreed in July 2026, leading to a drop in the national conversion rate, according to Sprift.
Norfolk Estate Agent in Court Over £47,685 Fraud Allegations
A Norfolk estate agent has appeared in court accused of 19 counts of fraud by false representation, involving alleged withheld landlord payments and unprotected tenant deposits.
Family Support Now Central to UK Homeownership, Research Finds
New research from The Private Office shows most UK adults believe family financial support is now essential for young people to buy a home, with gifting for property deposits outpacing other reasons.
Average London Rent Now Requires £75,000 Annual Salary
The average annual salary needed to rent in London has risen to nearly £75,000, following a 4.2% monthly increase in average rents, according to Propertymark data.