In construction, the most dangerous moment in a contract’s life is not negotiation. It is not execution. It is what happens ...

The UK rental market recorded steady growth in 2025, with average rents reaching £1,602 per calendar month, representing a ...

UK government bond yields rose sharply yesterday despite falling inflation, reducing expectations for a Bank of England rate cut in March. Five-year gilt yields increased approximately 19 basis points ...

Mortgage approvals for house purchases fell to 59,999 in January 2026, the lowest level in two years, according to Bank of England data. The decline reflects ongoing buyer caution despite modest house ...

Property Redress has reported a 47% increase in complaint enquiries across the residential property sector in 2025, according to its annual report. The scheme received 4,220 enquiries during the year, ...

HMRC has proposed changes requiring conveyancing firms to register as "tax advisers" from May 2026 when submitting SDLT returns. The Conveyancing Association has raised concerns about the practical ...

When setting up a rental property, landlords often focus on large fixtures such as kitchens and bathrooms. Mattresses, however, play a direct role in tenant comfort, safety, and long-term satisfaction ...

The Conveyancing Foundation has expanded its annual industry event from National Conveyancing Week to National Conveyancing Month, with March 2026 dedicated to professional development and charitable ...

Bristol City Council is consulting on a two-tier penalty system that would increase fines by 20% for landlords who breach regulations when housing vulnerable tenants. The proposed measures have drawn ...

Estate agencies in the UK are experiencing increased targeting by cyber criminals due to the sensitive financial and personal data they handle. According to government data, 43% of UK businesses have ...

Keir Starmer’s downfall has been branded an inevitability by an expert at property group Knight Frank. Tom Bill, head of UK residential research at the real estate consultancy, responded to the Labour ...

Mark Hughes is property finance expert at Pure Property Finance  Melton Building Society announced that they’re now offering ...