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Fire Door Survey Prompts Questions Over Reliability of Reports
A Property118 report highlights a landlord's concerns about the reliability of fire door surveys after a managing agent requested repairs based on an agency's inspection.
Government Expands Awaab’s Law for Social Housing Landlords
The government has announced stricter rules for social landlords under phase two of Awaab’s Law, requiring faster repairs for more hazards from November 2026.
Strutt & Parker and Savills Announce Senior Appointments in Key UK Markets
Strutt & Parker has appointed Louise Glanville as Head of National Town and City Markets, while Savills has expanded its Cardiff planning team with new hires.
Landlord Sales Agency Highlights Fast-Track Sales for UK Landlords
Landlord Sales Agency claims to help UK landlords sell rental properties quickly, often without evicting tenants, by marketing to a large database of cash buyers.
The Mortgage Works Launches EPC Support Pilot for Landlords
The Mortgage Works is piloting a support package for landlords, offering free property assessments and discounted borrowing to help them prepare for proposed EPC standards from 2030.
First-Time Buyers Drive Regional House Price Growth in North and South
First-time buyers are paying higher prices across the UK, with notable growth in the North East, North West, and London, according to The Negotiator.
Report Highlights Issue of Unauthorised Pets in Rental Properties
A recent report discusses a situation involving tenants and unauthorised pets in a UK rental property. The case raises considerations for letting agents and landlords.
Tenant Seeks Compensation for Mould After Flat Sale
A tenant is considering further action over mould compensation after the sale of a flat, according to a report from Property118.
Gov.UK Publishes HHSRS Case Studies for Property Professionals
Gov.UK Housing has released a suite of case studies demonstrating the HHSRS assessment process, aimed at helping assessors, landlords, and property agents understand hazard scoring and remedial actions.
ModaMortgages Drops BTL Application Fees; Darlington BS Eases BTL Packaging
ModaMortgages has removed application fees on selected BTL products, while Darlington Building Society has simplified its BTL packaging requirements.
Government Urged to Deliver Leasehold Reform Bill by Autumn After Missed Deadline
The government has been asked to publish the final Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill by autumn after missing a response deadline. The delay follows Keir Starmer’s resignation as Prime Minister.
Aldermore Lends £85m for 325-Unit London Rental Portfolio Acquisition
Aldermore has provided an £85 million facility to Brydell Partners for the acquisition of a 325-unit residential portfolio across London, covering five schemes in Waltham Forest, Ealing, and Wandsworth.