PRS database to enable council enforcement from 2026
The government’s Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database will function as a monitoring and enforcement tool for local authorities under the Renters’ Rights Act, according to a newly published policy paper.…
Franchise group sees growth from Renters’ Rights Act
The Property Franchise Group (TPFG) has identified the Renters’ Rights Act as a potential growth driver, reporting increased enquiries from landlords seeking professional property management services ahead of the legislation’s…
Private rental sector doubles as families replace young singles
Britain’s private rented sector has more than doubled in size since 2000, with families now constituting a significant proportion of tenants, according to new research from the Resolution Foundation. The…
OneDome launches first television advertising campaign
Homebuying platform OneDome has launched its first television advertising campaign on Channel 4, backed by a £7.5 million media-for-equity partnership. The campaign, titled “The New Way”, features a narrative depicting…
Bradford landlord convicted of HMO safety violations
A 76-year-old Bradford landlord with a history of housing regulation breaches has been found guilty of multiple offences relating to poor conditions at three of his houses in multiple occupation…
Land Registry issues warning over conveyancer deed failures
The Land Registry has warned conveyancers that repeated failures to properly check property deeds or instances of losing them could result in referrals for disciplinary investigation. Serene Rollins, Assistant Registrar…
Greater Manchester mayor’s rental property funded via expenses
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham’s housing policy positions have come under renewed scrutiny following reports that he purchased a London rental property with assistance from the parliamentary expenses system. According…
Martin & Co franchisees acquire third North West office
Two Martin & Co franchise owners have acquired their third office in the North West, expanding their lettings portfolio across the region in under two years. Peter Mahoney and Craig…
Conveyancing platform targets Land Registry delays
A new software platform designed to identify Land Registry registration issues before submission has been launched by two conveyancing directors in the north east of England. RegLand, developed by Ruth…
Landlord and agent fined £91,000 for unsafe London HMO
A landlord and letting agent have been ordered to pay more than £91,000 after a court found they continued to rent out an unsafe house of multiple occupation (HMO) in…