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Award winning housebuilder, The Hill Group has announced an exclusive partnership with fitness technology innovator MAGIC AI to incorporate cutting-edge AI-powered fitness mirrors into its show homes. This forward-looking initiative to integrate smart fitness technology into its homes reflects Hill’s position at the forefront of designing homes that support modern lifestyles and evolving living habits. 

On 6 October 2025, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) launched a consultation on reforming the home buying and selling process in England and Wales.

On Thursday, 16 October 2025, The Property Institute (TPI) hosted its highly anticipated Annual Conference, bringing together more than 700 property managers, sponsors, speakers, partners, and special guests for its biggest annual conference to date.

A new name has entered the property management space, but it comes backed by trusted experience and a clear vision. JMJ Asset Management officially launched this autumn, founded by industry professionals Jodie Fraser, Mark Briggs, and Jamie Treweke. The company is set to deliver asset management with a fresh perspective and one that blends professionalism with clarity, care, and long-term thinking.

BBL Property Recruitment are pleased to announce the appointment of Ruby Gibbs to their team.Ruby provides support to both our Leasehold Management and Surveying Recruitment Teams, ensuring both jobseekers and hiring managers alike are kept informed of suitable matches according to their criteria.In addition to hosting regular meetings/interviews at our new offices in Brentwood, Ruby is incredibly active across LinkedIn and the various industry events so be sure to connect to her and keep in touch.Ruby wi

The Hill Group has proudly donated £14,000 to the Royal British Legion (RBL), thanks to generous contributions from its suppliers, subcontractors, and colleagues. The fundraising initiative was led by Cain Peters, Managing Director of Special Projects at The Hill Group and a former serviceman, who organised the campaign and presented a ceremonial cheque to Graham Ferris and Peter Wakeham, the Regional and Surrey Poppy Appeal Managers.

Watsons, a leading independent provider of valuation, survey and property management services, have announced the acquisition of Westley & Huff, a well-respected brand known for its valuation and survey expertise based in Cambridge.

According to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), only around 18% of surveyors in the UK are women. Whilst this is on the increase the margin is still hugely significant. Rebecca Freeman, Fellow of RICS is taking proactive action in this space and has recently set up a forum specifically for Women In Residential Surveying, a space designed to create collaboration, discussion, support and most importantly the opportunity for growth and retention for women within the industry. 

We’re celebrating Black Friday with exclusive discounts across News on the Block and our leading industry events for the rest of November 2025.

A brand-new research report from strategic end-to-end advisory service GAA Living has highlighted the potential held by Birmingham’s Build to Rent (BTR) market. The Birmingham Market Research Report takes an in-depth look at the city’s changing demographics and what they mean for its evolving property sector. 

AI is now a core driver of transformation in financial services, reshaping the foundations of real estate lending. Over 85% of UK lenders now deploy AI tools to streamline operations and improve decision-making, according to AllAboutAI.com. For a sector long criticised for rigid risk models and slow processes, this is transformative.