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Trevor Abrahmsohn, founder of north London estate agency Glentree International, offers his latest take on the property market and the issues facing agents

AI Cornwall-based estate and letting agency Lang Llewellyn & Co will open a new office in St Austell at 11a High Cross Street. This follows its acquisition of local business RPM Lettings in February, which significantly expanded its presence in the mid-Cornwall rental market, particularly in St Austell. Elliott Newman has been appointed to lead the new branch. A launch event will take place on Friday, August 28, from 9am to 3pm at White River Place Shopping Centre, in partnership with Rewind Radio.

AI Property investment firm Sourced has acquired Open House Estate Agents, a network of 104 franchisees. The acquisition, completed on August 25, 2026, expands Warrington-headquartered Sourced's operations into residential sales and property auctions, complementing its existing services in investment, finance, lettings, and property management. Open House will maintain its brand and operating model, with its franchisees joining Sourced's network of over 230 operators. This integration provides Open House franchisees with access to Sourced's infrastructure, including funding for acquiring letting agencies and managed property portfolios.

AI New analysis by The Letting Partnership, published on 25 August 2026, indicates that buy-to-let landlords in England are achieving estimated gross rental yields approaching 7%. The average nominal rental yield across England is 5.9%, based on an average property price of £293,262 and monthly rent of £1,446. Newcastle upon Tyne leads with an estimated yield of 6.9%, while Portsmouth and Manchester both recorded 6.5%. London's Tower Hamlets shows an estimated yield of 6.4%, and Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea have lower yields of 4.5% and 3.5% respectively, despite high average monthly rents. For landlords: The analysis includes specific rental yield figures for the London borough of Tower Hamlets (6.4%), Westminster (4.5%), and Kensington and Chelsea (3.5%).

The government calls on councils to go further and faster on council housebuilding, backed by funding and support.

Letter notifying private registered providers that initial allocations of funding from the Social and Affordable Homes Programme have been made.

AI The UK Government is allocating almost £10 billion to support over 70,000 social and affordable homes across England, with regional mayors gaining increased influence over housing investment and planning. This initial funding is part of the ten-year, £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme, with £9.58 billion directed outside London. A separate allocation of at least £6 billion is planned for London, where councils are expected to deliver more than half of the supported homes. Mayors could also gain "call in" powers for major planning applications (over 150 homes, 15,000 sqm commercial, or 30m tall buildings) and the ability to introduce development levies. For landlords: The increased housebuilding targets and mayoral planning powers in London could lead to a greater supply of social and affordable housing in the capital.

Liam Gallagher and his fiancée Debbie Gwyther rented the Gothic mansion for almost £17,000 per month in 2024

AI An online blog, London Centric, alleges that some landlords are attempting to circumvent the Renters Rights Act by requesting one-off payments to cover bills for the tenancy duration, despite tenancies now being rolling. The blog also claims landlords and agents are engaging in "inverse bidding wars," advertising vacant properties at substantially inflated rents. This tactic aims to encourage tenants to make offers below the advertised price, creating a blind auction where tenants try to outbid rivals. London Centric states it contacted over 12 letting agents and was repeatedly encouraged to view properties above its stated price range, with agents suggesting landlords would consider lower offers. For landlords: The article describes alleged tactics by some landlords and agents in London to navigate provisions of the Renters Rights Act concerning tenancy duration and rent setting.

AI A Goodlord snap poll indicates that 25% of landlords are experiencing difficulties regaining property possession from tenants since Section 21 evictions were abolished by the Renters Rights Act in May. Landlords must now use Section 8 notices, which require specific grounds and a longer administrative process, including a four-week wait for rent arrears cases before proceedings. Court delays are further extending these timelines. In response, 39% of landlords are implementing stricter tenant vetting, and 9% are focusing on tenant retention. The Act has also led to 50% of landlords reporting increased compliance burdens and 29% facing higher compliance and insurance costs.

AI Reform UK plans to revitalise the Right To Buy policy, allowing social housing tenants to purchase their homes at a discount, a policy previously restricted in England and scrapped elsewhere. Deputy leader Richard Tice stated the party would build an additional 50,000 affordable social homes annually for ten years to replace those sold. The party also intends to prioritise British-born workers under 35, married couples with children, and veterans for social housing, ahead of foreign nationals and asylum seekers. This initiative aims to address the shortage of affordable housing. For landlords: Over 40% of former Right To Buy properties have entered the private rental sector.

AI A survey of landlords in England, commissioned by Benham and Reeves, found that 50.6% still consider residential property a good long-term investment, despite 78.5% believing being a landlord is less attractive than five years ago. Over the next 12 months, 62.7% plan to maintain their portfolios, while 27.2% intend to reduce or exit the market, compared to only 3.9% planning to expand. Taxation was cited by 28.3% as the biggest barrier to investment, with 36.9% stating more favourable taxation would encourage expansion. For landlords: The survey data reflects sentiment among landlords in England regarding investment intentions and perceived challenges.

AI A London-based landlord company, Nour House Ltd, and its two directors, have been ordered to pay £8,386.98 in fines, costs, and victim surcharges after neglecting a 19th-century, three-storey brick building in a Stoke-on-Trent conservation area. Stoke-on-Trent City Council successfully prosecuted the company for breaching an enforcement notice to repair the property, part of a heritage enforcement drive that has taken action on over 100 buildings in the city. The directors pleaded guilty to the charges. For landlords: A London-based company was prosecuted for neglecting a historic building it owns in Stoke-on-Trent.

AI A BBC investigation has accused letting agent Tony Singh, also known as Amun Singh Judge, of multiple offences through his agency Morgan, Payne & Knightly (MPK), which operates in Birmingham, Telford, and Wolverhampton. Over 100 tenants reportedly have not had their deposits returned, with individual sums ranging from £700 to £16,000. Landlords also claim they are owed rent, and former staff allege deposits were not placed in regulated schemes. Singh has been reported to Trading Standards.

AI A recent Goodlord survey indicates that 23% of landlords have experienced increased letting agency fees since the Renters Rights Act came into effect in May. The Act's abolition of Section 21 evictions has led to 50% of landlords reporting more compliance work and tougher property repossession processes, with Section 8 notices now the sole legal route. Landlords must now wait four weeks after serving a Section 8 notice for rent arrears before proceedings, double the previous period, and court delays are extending timelines. Consequently, 39% of landlords are implementing stricter tenant vetting, and 9% are investing in tenant retention. Goodlord also reported that tenancy fraud costs the private rental sector an estimated £4.1 billion annually, with 41 applications per 1,000 flagged for suspected fraud between July 2025 and June 2026. For landlords: The Renters Rights Act has led to increased agency fees, more complex eviction procedures, and a greater emphasis on tenant vetting and retention.

AI High-profile agent John Minnis suggests that the UK lettings market is seeing a shift away from small-scale, amateur landlords towards more professional investors. The English Private Landlord Survey indicates that while 45% of landlords still own only one property, those with five or more properties, representing 17% of landlords, account for 49% of all private tenancies in England. Furthermore, 6% of landlords now own property through a company, an increase from 4% in 2018. The typical landlord is currently male, aged 55 or over, and based in London, the South East, or the East of England, often owning one or two properties alongside full-time employment. However, future landlords are expected to be younger, more commercially minded, and strategic, viewing property as part of a wider investment portfolio. For landlords: The profile of landlords in London, the South East, and the East of England is currently dominated by those aged 55 or over, but this demographic is expected to change with younger, more business-minded investors entering the market.

AI LRG will acquire the sales, lettings, and holiday cottages divisions of Henry Adams, a property brand established in Chichester in 1826, on September 1. Henry Adams, which adopted its current name in 1990, operates 12 branches across Sussex, Surrey, and Hampshire, including two franchise branches that LRG will retain. The existing leadership and local teams will remain, and the Henry Adams name will continue. This acquisition strengthens LRG's presence in the south of England and aligns with its strategy to purchase regional property businesses. Henry Adams' Fine Art, Land and Planning, Rural, Valuations, and Commercial teams are not part of the deal.

AI A new diagnostic service, The Property Agency Benchmark, has been launched by consultancies Oliver and House of Marque. It assesses estate, lettings, and block management agencies on their efficacy across five stages against a fixed standard. The service identifies inefficiencies and quantifies potential improvements, particularly for agencies considering new investments like CRM systems. Agencies pay £1,000 to £1,250 for the assessment, with the cost offset against future commissioned services. House of Marque co-founder Adam Graver states their average audit saves agencies £8,000.

AI SafeDeposits Scotland has launched the SDS Academy, a new CPD-accredited training programme for letting agents and property professionals in Scotland, starting September 2026. The academy offers Foundation and Adjudication Workshop courses via Zoom, covering deposit protection, compliance, and dispute resolution. Two additional on-demand courses from Inventory Hive focus on best practice for inventories and property inspections. The initiative aims to improve reporting standards and reduce tenancy deposit disputes by drawing on common issues in the private rented sector.

AI Since January 2025, Property Tribunals have heard 1,325 rent disputes, with almost two-thirds of decisions favouring tenants. LonRes analysis shows 73% of proposed rent increases were reduced, with a median cut of 7.5%, and only 18% were confirmed. Nearly half (47%) of decisions cited an evidence problem. This follows Renters’ Rights Act changes, making a Section 13 Notice the sole method for rent increases, requiring two months' notice and limiting increases to once a year, not exceeding open market rent. Tenants can refer these increases to a First Tier Tribunal, which cannot set a higher rent and whose decisions are not backdated. For landlords: Tribunal decisions on rent increases are often lower than proposed and are not backdated.

Founder and Managing Director of Redpath Moving and Storage, Dennis Rogers, provides top tips for moving home to save time and reduce stress.

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AI Tenant demand for rental properties in the UK has increased for the first time in two years, according to Landlord Trends data from Pegasus Insight. In the first three months of 2026, 63% of landlords reported demand as 'very strong' or 'quite strong', up from 58%. This rebound in demand coincides with a continued decline in the supply of homes in the Private Rented Sector, driven by landlords exiting due to profitability concerns and the Renters' Rights Act 2025 reforms. Mark Dawson of AST Assistance warns that this imbalance could lead to fewer rental properties, increased competition, and upward pressure on rents, with an average of 17 tenants per property across the UK. For landlords: The article indicates a strengthening of tenant demand in the UK while the supply of rental properties is decreasing.

There are two different stories playing out across some of Britain's commuter markets, according to Rightmove’s Colleen Babcock.

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"Bridging loans give some buyers a different route to get their property purchases completed," says Karis Capital's Francesco Amato.

Local property market data shows significant differences between regions and individual cities, with the longer-term picture telling a different story from recent price growth.

AI Prime Minister Andy Burnham is proposing new powers for England's devolved mayors, allowing them to intervene in local planning decisions for major developments. These powers would enable mayors to approve or reject schemes exceeding 150 homes, commercial developments over 15,000 sq m, or buildings taller than 30 metres. The aim is to prevent blockages to economic growth and contribute to the government's target of 1.5 million new homes, though mayors could also stop unacceptable developments. Ten of England's 14 devolved mayors reportedly support these proposals, which would align their planning authority more closely with that of London Mayor Sadiq Khan. A consultation on the proposals is expected later this month.

AI A Cardiff estate agent's fundraising efforts for Welsh children’s hospice Tŷ Hafan have secured £1,000 in corporate donations. Nathan Walker, sales director at CPS Homes, is running the Cardiff Half Marathon for the charity. After CPS Homes shared details on social media, Rightmove's account manager arranged a £500 donation, which CPS Homes matched with another £500. Tŷ Hafan supports children with life-shortening conditions and their families across Wales.

Three property professionals will swim, cycle and run to raise funds for families

AI Almost half (48%) of holiday let owners in England, Scotland, and Wales reported increased profits despite the abolition of Furnished Holiday Let (FHL) tax breaks in April 2025, according to research by Cumberland Building Society. This contrasts with 30% who saw profits fall. Owners responded by increasing nightly rates (47%), boosting occupancy (46%), and reducing maintenance or capital expenditure (34%). The research, based on mortgage brokers, private landlords, and homeowners with at least one holiday let, also found 86% reported gross yields above 5%, with 30% planning further purchases. A proposed C5 planning use class for short-term lets could lead 56% of investors to consider selling.

AI New research from PlanningLens, analysing nearly 700 HMO planning appeals across 83 councils between 2020 and June 2026, indicates that landlords are significantly less likely to win appeals in areas with established Article 4 directions. Nationally, 21% of appeals were won in Article 4 areas compared to 38% elsewhere. London landlords face even lower success rates, winning 16% of appeals overall, dropping to 8% in London boroughs with Article 4 directions, compared to 17% in other London boroughs. Specific London boroughs like Barking & Dagenham and Havering show very low appeal success rates (1 in 15 and 2 in 16 respectively). For landlords: HMO landlords in London face considerably lower chances of winning planning appeals, particularly in boroughs with Article 4 directions, with some boroughs having extremely low success rates.

AI The First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) is preparing for a substantial increase in its workload due to the Renters’ Rights Act and Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act. The government is recruiting 1,000 new judges and tribunal members this year to manage this demand. A new consultation proposes changes to allow judges to delegate Renters’ Rights Act cases to regional surveyors, aiming to streamline the handling of an anticipated surge in cases, including rent appeals and rent repayment orders. The Residential Property Division's annual caseload is expected to grow significantly. For landlords: The tribunal system is being adapted to handle a greater volume of cases arising from new legislation, which will affect landlords involved in rent appeals and repayment orders.

AI Rightmove's analysis of asking price trends in commuter markets around six major UK cities reveals varied performance. Falkirk saw the strongest annual growth at 13.5% to £183,596, with many affordable areas near Glasgow and Manchester performing well. Conversely, some higher-priced southern commuter locations experienced declines, such as Haywards Heath, down 4.8% to £461,066. Within the cities themselves, Glasgow, Manchester, and Cardiff saw modest rises, while Birmingham and Bristol recorded 0.6% falls. London's average asking prices declined by 3.1% to £646,451. For landlords: London's average asking prices declined by 3.1%.

AI A new AI platform for estate agents, Property AI, has launched after securing £1 million in pre-seed funding for its developer, ClearPath AI. The technology aims to automate routine tasks in residential property transactions, from initial instruction and onboarding to offers and sales progression. This includes generating property particulars, preparing communications, and monitoring transaction progress to identify delays. ClearPath AI, with its main UK commercial operation in Birmingham, plans to create over 20 additional UK roles as it expands its platform and integrations over the next six months.

AI Private property network Oskar has rebranded as Oskar Prime following its listings reaching nearly £4 billion. Launched in early 2024 by Caspar Harvard-Walls, the platform facilitates private sharing of property listings and buyer searches above £2 million among estate agents, buying agents, and brokers. It currently holds £3.97 billion in listed homes and £3.12 billion in active buyer searches, with 479 agents from 229 companies. The rebrand reflects the network's expansion beyond its initial focus on prime central London to cover wider prime and super-prime residential markets.

AI Strettons, a London-based firm, has appointed Olivia Boulting as a director and auctioneer to expand its property auctions business. Boulting, previously regional manager and auctioneer for southern UK territories at Auction House UK, brings over 15 years of experience in residential and commercial property and land. In her new role, she will focus on developing Strettons' auction department, client management, and auctioneering. Colliers has also appointed Will Foster as a director in its national offices team to expand its landlord advisory business in the South East, joining from BNP Paribas Real Estate with 25 years of experience. Knight Frank has appointed Richard Dixon to lead its public sector advisory team, advising government and NHS organisations. For landlords: Olivia Boulting's appointment at Strettons strengthens a London-based auctioneer's capacity, potentially affecting the market for property sales in the capital.

AI Landlord possession claims in England and Wales rose by 6% year-on-year to 23,635 in Q2 2026 (April-June), according to Ministry of Justice figures. This period saw repossessions by county court bailiffs fall by 3% to 6,560, while accelerated possession claims increased by 16%. Private landlord claims were up 5%, contrasting with a 3% decrease for social landlords. London accounted for 7,793 (one-third) of all landlord possession claims, a 2% increase, but landlord warrants in the capital fell by 20% to 2,993. The median time from claim to repossession shortened slightly to 27.1 weeks. For landlords: London saw a rise in possession claims but a notable decrease in warrants issued.

AI HMRC inspectors will be able to visit homes to determine liability for the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge, or "mansion tax," which is set to begin in April 2028. This annual charge, ranging from £2,500 to £7,500, applies to properties valued above £2 million. While HMRC's Valuation Office will initially use existing data, inspectors may assess properties where value cannot be confirmed, potentially demanding entry and imposing a £200 penalty for non-cooperation. For landlords: This new tax and associated inspection powers will affect owners of properties valued over £2 million.

Experts said the price drop would be welcome news to hopeful London commuter belt buyers

AI Sadiq Khan has urged developers to avoid damaging London's mobile phone signal by removing antennas unnecessarily. Londoners currently experience poor service, especially near Tube and rail stations, due to "bottlenecks." This issue is attributed to a reduction in antenna sites from new developments, planning delays, and an increase in tall buildings. The City, Westminster, and Tower Hamlets are among the most affected areas. For landlords: The quality of mobile phone signal in London properties may be impacted by local development.

AI The Renters’ Rights Act 2025, effective in England from 1 May 2026, has significantly altered student tenancies by ending Section 21 evictions and moving most private renters onto assured periodic tenancies. This means student tenancies are no longer tied to the academic year, and tenants can give two months' notice at any point. Ground 4A is a new mandatory possession ground for qualifying student Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), allowing landlords to regain possession between 1 June and 30 September for the next academic year, requiring at least four months' notice. For example, possession on 1 June 2027 requires notice by 1 February 2027. For landlords: The changes to student tenancies and the introduction of Ground 4A directly impact the management and re-letting of student HMOs in London.

AI Stoke-on-Trent Council successfully prosecuted London-based Nour House Ltd and its two directors for failing to repair a 19th-century building at 179 High Street, Tunstall. The company pleaded guilty to breaching an enforcement notice regarding the neglected three-storey brick property within the Tower Square Conservation Area. Nour House Ltd and its directors were ordered to pay a total of £8,386 in fines, costs, and victim surcharges. This case is part of the council's heritage enforcement drive, which has taken action on over 100 buildings since a heritage emergency was declared in Stoke-on-Trent.

AI A new benchmarking service, The Property Agency Benchmark, has been launched by property consultancy Olliverr. and marketing agency House of Marque. It aims to help estate, letting, and block management agencies identify the financial impact of inefficient processes, underused technology, and lost leads. The service assesses agencies across five areas, including operations, technology use, marketing, and lead handling, providing a report within 10 working days with priority actions and financial projections. The initial cost is £1,000 for the first seven agencies, rising to £1,250 thereafter, with the fee creditable against further work. This service is designed for agencies to improve their internal efficiency and profitability.

AI On 25 August, the government announced the first wave of funding from its £39 billion Social and Affordable Homes Programme, allocating nearly £10 billion to build over 70,000 homes across England. This funding will go to 33 Strategic Partners, including councils and housing associations, with around 60% of the homes expected to be for Social Rent. The initiative aims to help families in temporary accommodation or on housing waiting lists, marking a significant step towards councils building at scale again. Over £2 billion of this funding is for Mayoral areas outside London, while the Greater London Authority intends to offer at least £6 billion through the programme, with London councils expected to deliver over half of the homes funded in the capital. For landlords: This programme aims to increase the supply of social and affordable rented housing in London, potentially impacting the wider rental market by offering more affordable alternatives.

But the Conservatives accused the Government of a ‘sleight of hand’ over the latest social housing plans and of backloading funding

AI Sourced, a property investment service, has acquired Open House Estate Agents, a franchise brand with 104 franchisees. This acquisition expands Sourced's existing network of 230 operators. The deal provides the Open House franchisees with access to Sourced's acquisitions programme, which focuses on purchasing lettings agencies. Open House will continue to operate under its own brand, integrating its estate agency and auctions operations into the Sourced Group.

AI Letting agents are being advised to understand the new Ground 4A mandatory possession ground, which allows qualifying student Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) to be re-let to new students for the next academic year. To use Ground 4A, the property must be an HMO let to full-time students, with an intention to re-let to students, and tenants must receive written notice before the tenancy begins. The tenancy must not have been agreed more than six months prior to its start. For tenancies starting before 1 May 2026, a transitional period allowed two months' notice between 1 May and 31 July 2026, but new notices now require four months. Propertymark notes that landlords who missed the transitional arrangements are unlikely to gain possession under Ground 4A in 2026.

AI A lettings and property management agency, Lang Llewellyn & Co, is opening a second office in St Austell, Cornwall. This follows their acquisition of local business RPM Lettings earlier this year, whose portfolio is concentrated in the St Austell area. The new branch aims to provide a local presence for landlords, tenants, and residents. Agency director Charlotte Rayner stated the importance of becoming part of the St Austell community.

AI The Letting Partnership's analysis of average house prices and private rental data across England indicates an average estimated nominal rental yield of 5.9%. Newcastle upon Tyne recorded the highest yield at 6.9%, with Portsmouth and Manchester following at 6.5%. London boroughs like Tower Hamlets showed an estimated yield of 6.4%, while Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea had lower yields of 4.5% and 3.5% respectively, despite significantly higher average monthly rents. The report highlights that strong yields are achievable in various markets, particularly where property prices are affordable and rents are high. For landlords: The London borough of Tower Hamlets has an estimated nominal rental yield of 6.4%, while Westminster and Kensington and Chelsea have estimated yields of 4.5% and 3.5% respectively.

AI The Scottish private rented sector has shown stability with minimal rental price changes across its major markets. Scotland's three largest cities experienced almost no rent change, contributing to a national annual growth of -0.2% in Q2 2026. This follows the return to a full free market in April 2025 after emergency legislation controlling rents between 2020 and 2024. Citylets' managing director, Thomas Ashdown, noted a balance between supply and demand, expecting this calm to continue towards the May 2027 deadline for local authority market assessments.

AI HM Land Registry data indicates 97 registered title fraud attempts, totalling £58 million, were prevented in one year. Mortgage Advice Bureau highlights a lack of client awareness regarding property fraud, where criminals impersonate owners to sell or mortgage properties without consent. Landlords, overseas owners, and those with empty or mortgage-free properties are identified as particularly vulnerable to this threat. Buyers face a separate risk of payment diversion fraud during conveyancing. For landlords: Owners of UK properties, including landlords, are considered particularly vulnerable to property fraud.

AI Insurers Quotezone and the Association of British Insurers (ABI) are advising landlords and property owners to check for heat-related damage following prolonged hot weather. Extreme conditions can cause ground shrinkage, leading to subsidence cracks costing an average of £17,000, with ABI reporting record average subsidence claims of £20,000. Other issues include cracked roof tiles, costing around £8,000 to replace, warped guttering, expanding wooden doors, crumbling mortar, and cracked window sealant. Early inspections can prevent more expensive repairs and potential leaks when wetter weather returns. For landlords: This information highlights potential maintenance issues and costs that could affect rental properties.

AI High-profile agent John Minnis suggests a new generation of landlords is emerging, driven by long-term wealth creation and a business-minded approach. While 45% of landlords in England still own one property, those with five or more account for 49% of tenancies. The English Private Landlord Survey shows 6% of landlords now own property through a company, up from 4% in 2018. The typical landlord is currently male, over 55, and based in London, the South East, or East of England, but future investors are expected to be younger, more strategic, and diverse. For landlords: The profile of landlords in London, the South East, and East of England is currently dominated by male investors aged 55 or over, often owning one or two properties alongside full-time employment.

AI ESPC, a Scottish property portal, has identified Edinburgh's top-performing rental postcodes for buy-to-let investors in Q2 2026, using data from Citylets and ESPC's house price analysis. Between April and June 2026, EH3, EH4, EH8, EH11, and EH12 showed strong rental yields. EH3 saw one-bedroom properties achieve 7.1%, while EH11 three-bedroom properties returned 7.1%. Most property types across the city recorded rental returns of 6% or above.

AI The Cumberland Building Society has launched a new Holiday Let Index, providing a detailed overview of the UK holiday let market. The research gathered insights from 125 participants, including 25 mortgage brokers, 50 private landlords, and 50 homeowners with holiday let properties across England, Scotland, and Wales. The index examines market confidence, investor behaviour, lending activity, and the impact of recent tax and regulatory changes on the sector. It also explores evolving guest behaviour and the demand for specialist lending expertise.

AI Voting is open for the 2026 Best EA Supplier Awards, part of EA Masters, which will be held on 3 November at Evolution London. Estate agents across the UK can rate suppliers from one to ten, with awards in Small, Medium, and Large categories, each with Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners. The three Gold winners will compete for the overall Best EA Supplier of the Year title. Last year, Street Group won the overall title and Best Large Supplier, Dawsons Training won Gold in the Medium category, and Home Box move topped the Small Supplier category. The awards recognise businesses making the biggest difference to their customers.

AI New research from Barclays Property Insights indicates that support for local housebuilding across the UK is almost double the opposition. 43% of UK adults back new homes within three miles of their residence, compared to 22% who oppose. Support is highest among younger generations, with 51% of Gen Z and 48% of Millennials in favour, and also varies regionally, with Northern Ireland at 53% and London at 48%. Opposition is primarily driven by concerns over infrastructure, public services, and loss of green space, cited by 61% and 57% respectively, rather than property values. For landlords: The findings indicate public sentiment towards new housing development, which can influence planning decisions and the future supply of rental properties.

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