When most people buy a property that is less than five years old, they understandably assume that the foundations are rock solid and completely immune to structural movement. After all, modern building regulations are incredibly strict. However, as our team
The UK private rented sector (PRS) is currently navigating its most significant legislative shift in a generation. Between the findings of the recent ‘Is Renting Broken’’ report and the looming implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act, many portfolio landlords are
For property owners and developers staying ahead of regulatory changes is the difference between a seamless build and a costly legal bottleneck. We are currently seeing a significant push towards modernisation within the industry, where there is a renewed focus
As we move through the first half of 2026, the UK property market is showing remarkable resilience. With 1.20 million transactions predicted for the year, motivated buyers are clearly still active. However, beneath the surface of “Sales Agreed,” a persistent
The UK private rental sector is currently facing a significant shift. Recent market snapshots, including the latest RICS sentiment survey, highlight a growing trend: landlord instructions are at a low as many choose to exit the Buy-to-Let market. This “sell-off”
The landscape of the UK Private Rented Sector (PRS) is undergoing a fundamental transformation. With the full implementation of the Renters’ Rights Bill, the Decent Homes Standard—long the benchmark for social housing—has been extended to the private sector. For individual
For years, the EPC has been a “tick-box” exercise. That is about to change. We are currently seeing the most significant overhaul of energy reporting in a generation. The shift from RdSAP to the Home Energy Model (HEM) isn’t just a software
Last week, we agreed a significant rent review for a client who owns a mixed portfolio across London. Their tenant was midway through a 20-year lease on a prominent restaurant property on a main road in South West London and
