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Landlords Face First Making Tax Digital Deadline in August 2026
Landlords and sole traders must meet the first Making Tax Digital quarterly deadline by 7 August 2026. The new rules require digital record-keeping and quarterly submissions to HMRC.
Digital Signature Uptake Remains Low in UK Conveyancing Sector
Adoption of Qualified Electronic Signatures in UK property transactions remains limited, with only five registrable dispositions completed in Q1 2026, according to industry experts.
Estate Agent Ordered to Pay £790 for Failing to Disclose Competing Buyer
The Property Ombudsman has ordered an estate agent to pay £790 in compensation after failing to inform buyers of a competing purchaser, breaching industry transparency rules.
Estate Agent Warns Against Overvaluing Homes to Win Instructions
Jamie Carr of Accord Sales & Lettings in Romford has cautioned estate agents against overvaluing properties to secure instructions, citing negative outcomes for both agents and clients.
Jefferies London Acquires Grange London to Expand Prime Lettings Portfolio
Jefferies London has acquired Grange London, adding over 100 managed properties to its portfolio and expanding its prime London lettings presence.
Knight Frank Begins Redundancy Consultation for UK Workforce
Knight Frank has started a redundancy consultation affecting part of its UK workforce, despite reporting increased revenues. The agency has not disclosed how many roles are under review.
Estate Agency 'Ego Trap' May Impact Standards, Says Industry Report
A Property Industry Eye report discusses how approval-seeking behaviour among estate agents can lead to weakened standards and challenges in pricing and fee negotiations.
Housing Supply Remains Stable as Buyers Take Longer to Commit
Landmark Information Group data shows steady property supply in England and Wales, but buyers are delaying purchases due to affordability and uncertainty.
Knight Frank Appoints Mike Knowles to New Board-Level Lettings Role
Knight Frank has named Mike Knowles as Head of Lettings Business Development, consolidating several operational divisions under one board-level role.
Scottish Landlords Facing Up to 12-Month Tribunal Delays
Landlords in Scotland are waiting up to a year for housing tribunal hearings, with legal costs reaching around £10,000 before cases conclude, according to PropertyWire.
Entries Open for 2026 EA Masters People Awards
Entries are now open for the 2026 EA Masters People Awards, recognising individual achievement in the estate agency sector. Winners will be announced at the EA Masters event in November.
Swindon Estate Agency Owner Leaves Property Sector for Wrestling Career in Mexico
Callum Aslantepe, a Swindon estate agency owner, has closed his business to become a full-time professional wrestler in Mexico's lucha libre scene.