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loc8me Acquires Luxury Student Homes, Expanding Liverpool Portfolio
Student lettings agency loc8me has acquired Liverpool-based Luxury Student Homes, adding over 1,100 beds and 199 properties to its national portfolio.
Responding to Pet Requests in No-Pets Tenancies: Case from Apartment Block
A landlord received a pet request from a tenant in a no-pets tenancy within a 14-flat block with carpeted hallways and no amenity space.
One in Nine New Homes in England Built on Flood Risk Land
A recent Aviva study found that one in nine new homes in England are built on land at risk of flooding, often within planning rules.
Mo Baines Appointed Lead Non-Executive Director at MHCLG
Mo Baines has been appointed as Lead Non-Executive Director for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government for a three-year term.
Landlords Urged to Prepare Early for EPC C 2030 Upgrades
A firm has warned landlords to act now to meet the EPC C 2030 deadline, as the Renters’ Rights Act is now in force.
Major Lenders Adjust Mortgage and Buy-to-Let Rates in May 2026
NatWest, Barclays, Santander, and Darlington Building Society have announced a range of mortgage and buy-to-let rate changes, with some increases and reductions taking effect in late May 2026.
Alan Milburn Warns of Rising Youth Inactivity in the UK
Alan Milburn has highlighted a growing problem of youth inactivity in the UK, with nearly 1 million young people not in education, employment, or training.
Deferral Scheme Proposed for Labour Mansion Tax on £2m+ Homes
Some owners of £2m-plus homes may be able to defer Labour's proposed mansion tax until they sell, according to a government announcement.
Professional Investors Remain Confident Despite Renters Rights Act
Handelsbanken’s latest report finds most professional property investors are not deterred by the Renters Rights Act, according to a survey of 200 UK real estate stakeholders.
Homeowners Use AI Tools for Clarity After Estate Agent Valuations
Analysis by Acaboom shows homeowners are increasingly using AI tools to seek reassurance and clarification on estate agent valuations, pricing, and contract terms after market appraisals.
London Lettings Supply Outpaces Last Year, Says Foxtons
Foxtons reports that supply in London's lettings market is ahead of last year, with stable rents and improving market balance, according to its April snapshot.
Professional Qualifications Offer Letting Agents a Key Advantage
Letting agents who invest in professional qualifications now can differentiate themselves, as mandatory requirements remain uncertain. Early adopters may benefit most before standards become compulsory.