The UK Government has today announced a major transformation in the way ground rents are regulated in England and Wales — a move that could benefit millions of leaseholders and make homeownership fairer and more affordable. What’s Been Announced? On 27 January 2026, the Prime Minister confirmed new plans to…
Read MoreThe UK rental market entered the end of 2025 with a noticeable shift in direction: while rents continued to rise on an annual basis, the pace of growth has slowed considerably, and competition between tenants eased compared with the fevered activity seen during the pandemic years. Rents: Growth Continues, But…
Read MoreThe UK Government has confirmed long-awaited changes to the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) regime as part of its broader new Warm Homes Plan aimed at improving energy efficiency, cutting household bills and tackling fuel poverty. Under the announcement, EPCs are set to be reformed with a new approach to measuring…
Read MoreThe UK Government has confirmed that the first phase of tenancy reforms under the Renters’ Rights Act will take effect on 1 May 2026, marking a major overhaul of tenancy laws. From this date, all private tenancies in England, both new and existing, will transition to the new system. Propertymark…
Read MoreThe Renters’ Rights Act introduces stronger powers for Local Housing Authorities (LHAs) to investigate whether landlords or letting agents are in violation of key housing laws. These provisions apply to private rented accommodations and cover issues such as illegal eviction, poor property standards, and non-compliance with regulations. Requesting Information from…
Read MorePlease note our office hours over the Christmas period: 📅 Thursday 18th Dec: 9:00 – 13:30📅 Wednesday 24th Dec: 9:00 – 13:30📅 Thursday 25th Dec: CLOSED📅 Friday 26th Dec: CLOSED📅 Saturday 27th Dec: CLOSED📅 Sunday 28th Dec: CLOSED📅 Monday 29th Dec: 9:00 – 13:30📅 Tuesday 30th Dec: 9:00 – 13:30📅…
Read MoreOn Wednesday, 26th November, the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the 2025 Budget Statement in the House of Commons. We have put together some brief key points affecting property owners. What’s favourable / brings clarity There will be no new annual property tax on homes over £500,000 — a major…
Read MoreThe Renters’ Rights Act 2025 introduces the most significant overhaul of short-term residential lettings in England in a generation. While the Act received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, its key provisions have not yet come into effect. The Act establishes the framework for the new system, but further regulations…
Read MoreWe’re delighted to share that, for the second year in a row, we have been awarded the British Property Awards 2025 Gold Winner for Estate Agent in Uxbridge!
Read MoreA significant shift occurred recently in the UK mortgage market: average two‑year fixed mortgage rates have fallen below five‑year rates, a scenario unseen since the post‑mini‑Budget upheaval of 2022 The Guardian+4Financial Times+4Moneyfacts Group+4. What’s the Current Rate Landscape? Moneyfacts data shows this divergence is the first since September 2022, signaling…
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