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Industry report shows first rental fall in 5 years

August 21, 2025

Industry report shows first rental fall in 5 years

The average private property rent in the UK has fallen for the first time since August 2020, says a new report from Hamptons.

Are Stamp Duty’s days numbered?

August 21, 2025

Are Stamp Duty’s days numbered?

The government is considering a total overhaul of property taxation to shift the tax burden from homebuyers to home sellers, including scrapping Stamp Duty.

Landlords waiting longer for possessions as Renters’ Rights Bill approaches

August 21, 2025

Landlords waiting longer for possessions as Renters’ Rights Bill approaches

Bad news for landlords in the latest Ministry of Justice possession figures: the wait for repossessions through the Section 8 eviction process is now well over six months.

Court ruling

No HMO fines for let-only agents after court ruling

Let-only letting agencies could escape tens of thousands of pounds in fines after a landmark Upper Tribunal ruling.

UK houses

Agents invited to Decent Homes Standard consultation

Property professionals got their first look at the government’s proposed Decent Homes Standard for the private rented sector this month.

UK houses

Agents stand up to challenges in 2025

Agents are showing resilience in the face of industry headwinds, says a new industry survey from Reapit.

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