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UK Property Sales Recover After August Dip
UK property sales rose to 24,400 homes sold subject to contract in mid-August 2026, following a previous weekly dip, according to PropertyWire.
Stay With Us Acquires Horizon Stays Portfolio, Surpasses 200 Properties
Stay With Us has completed its first acquisition, taking its property management portfolio to over 200 properties. The company acquired Horizon Stays' serviced accommodation portfolio.
Propertymark and Propalt Offer Free Material Information Reports to Agents
Propertymark has partnered with Propalt to provide estate agents with free basic material information reports when they generate referrals through the Connect platform.
iPlace Global Rebrands as PinLocal Amid AI and Data Overhaul
iPlace Global has rebranded as PinLocal following its acquisition by AcqSoft. The business is increasing its use of AI and live data to improve property lead generation and matching.
CVC Acquires Majority Stake in OpenRent to Drive Platform Growth
CVC has taken a majority stake in rental platform OpenRent, aiming to accelerate its growth and technology development. OpenRent's founders will remain in leadership roles.
UK Property Market Recovers After Brief Summer Slowdown
The UK property market saw a rebound in sales agreed after a dip the previous week, with new listings and sales figures returning closer to seasonal expectations.
Landlord Couple May Lose Access to Capital After Incorporation Advice Change
A landlord couple may be unable to access their accumulated capital after following later professional advice during the incorporation of their property business, according to Property118.
Landlords Warned of Potential Tax Bills After Incorporation Advice
Landlords who transferred property businesses into companies and repaid mortgages with new company loans may face unexpected Capital Gains Tax bills, following a recent Tribunal judgment.
Propertymark Adds Free Property Reports to Referral Platform
Propertymark has integrated free basic material information reports into its referral platform via a partnership with Propalt, allowing members to access complimentary property intelligence reports.
Burnley Council Plans Borough-Wide HMO Planning Controls
Burnley Council is consulting on extending Article 4 powers to require planning permission for HMO conversions across the borough. A six-week public consultation will take place before a final decision in September 2027.
Mint Property Finance Launches Academy for Aspiring Developers
Mint Property Finance has launched the First Time Developers Academy, offering training and resources for those new to property development, including finance guidance and networking events.
New-build Buyers Prefer Commuter Counties Over London, Research Finds
Demand for new-build homes is higher in commuter counties such as Essex and Hertfordshire than in London, according to research by UK Property Development.