Agent Prosecuted Over Illegal Boards
A property agent in Hemel Hempstead has been fined £700 for putting up illegal advertising boards. SureLet, based at 5…
Rise in Homelessness Caused by the PRS
A recent rise in homelessness was predominantly caused by tenancies coming to an end in the private rental sector, reveals…
Buy-to-let boom could lead to risks
The Bank of England has warned that the booming buy-to-let market in Britain could be a threat to the wider…
Fewer People Working in Property, Claims ONS
There are now fewer jobs in the property industry, claims the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Recent data reveals that…
Support needed for elderly people downsizing
A new investigation has called on local authorities and the property industry to come together to provide more support to…
The Property Ombudsman Redesigns Website
The Property Ombudsman (TPO) has redesigned its website and added in new features, including live feeds from its social media.…
First Rental Index Reveals Continuing Rent Rises
Rent prices for three-bedroom homes have grown faster than for any other property type in the last 12 months, according…
Fresh Opposition to Scottish Rent Controls
The Scottish Government is facing fresh opposition to its plan to introduce rent controls in the private rental sector. The…
New Luxury Apartments (Complete with Gin Garden) Go on Sale
The latest luxury apartment block in London is set to go on sale today (Thursday 24th September). Residents will enjoy…
One in Ten Landlords Stop Tenants Changing Energy Supplier
More than one in ten landlords have stopped their tenants changing energy suppliers, adding £161m to utility bills every year, according…