The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has highlighted three critical errors landlords often make with tenancy deposits, urging property owners to take note to avoid costly penalties and disputes. These mistakes, though avoidable, can lead to significant financial and legal consequences if not addressed properly. Below, we outline the NRLA’s[Read More…]

A recent tenancy dispute has highlighted the complexities of claiming expenses for external cleaning, specifically, pressure washing a patio. The case, adjudicated through a deposit protection scheme, underscores the importance of evidence and the condition of a property at the tenancy’s outset. The landlord sought to deduct costs from the[Read More…]

Bury Council has approved a £1.4 million investment to kickstart the transformation of the Bradley Fold trading estate, a sprawling 25-acre site on the outskirts of Radcliffe. The estate, one of the council’s largest non-operational assets, is in a dire state, with many buildings described as dilapidated and unfit for[Read More…]

The United Kingdom’s housing market is facing a growing crisis as escalating flood risks and dwindling insurance coverage threaten homeowners, particularly those in low-income communities. Research from Bayes Business School’s Real Estate Research Centre, as reported by Phys.org, reveals stark inequalities in the impact of flooding. Low-income households in flood-prone[Read More…]

In a bold move to secure control of Warehouse REIT, a London-listed real estate investment trust specialising in logistics hubs, U.S. private equity giant Blackstone has upped its cash offer to £489 million ($666 million). This revised bid, announced on Thursday, outstrips a rival offer from UK-based Tritax Big Box[Read More…]

The UK’s commercial property market has delivered a strong performance in the first half of 2025, with all major sectors recording capital value growth. Data released this month highlights retail and industrial properties as the standout performers, posting the highest total returns and underscoring a resilient recovery in the face[Read More…]

The UK construction sector is grappling with a deepening sense of unease as economic turbulence, regulatory burdens, and persistent labour shortages cast a shadow over its prospects. Industry leaders are sounding the alarm, urging Westminster to step in with robust support to stabilise a sector critical to the nation’s growth.[Read More…]

The Bank of England has authorised UK banks to expand lending to higher-risk mortgage borrowers, citing robust financial stability within the sector. This policy shift, announced following the Financial Policy Committee’s (FPC) latest assessment, reflects confidence in the resilience of British banks but raises concerns about potential vulnerabilities in an[Read More…]

London-based real estate investment firm Tokoro Capital has clinched £27.35 million in funding from Bank Leumi (UK) to bolster its student housing platform, a move that underscores the robust demand for quality accommodation in Britain’s university cities. The investment will fuel Tokoro Capital’s ambition to develop and enhance purpose-built student[Read More…]

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured £100 million from major housebuilding firms following an investigation into anti-competitive practices that may have stifled housing supply and inflated costs for consumers. This settlement marks a significant move to hold the industry accountable, though questions remain about its broader impact[Read More…]