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Landlords should earmark a quarter of rental income for maintenance and repairs 

As the Renters’ Rights Bill is passed into law, increasing the demands and expectations of landlords - not least when it comes to the proper upkeep of their properties - new research from Adiuvo, the UK’s leading provider of 24/7 property management support, reveals how much money landlords should be earmarking for repairs and maintenance each year. 

Global, but personal - Prime property manager Burren Asset Management launches with backing of Irish multinational Fexco

● Burren Asset Management offers a total property management solution to prime residential developers and freeholders● The specialist brand, focuses on large and complex schemes in London and across major UK cities, as part of the property arm of Fexco, the Irish multinational founded in 1981 which manages 380,000 residential homes from Britain to AustraliaFexco Property Services, part of the multinational Fexco Group, has launched Burren Asset Management, a dedicated property management service for the o

The mould truth: Expert warns Brits off one common habit that brings damp into their homes

The UK is famed for its wet winters - bringing with it the challenge of drying laundry when the rain is lashing outside. Recent research showed that a huge proportion (87 per cent) of Brits rely on hanging wet clothes inside their homes - and they’re unknowingly causing serious issues. 

Ombudsman welcomes Renters' Rights Act implementation roadmap

The Property Ombudsman welcomed the Government’s roadmap for the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 that sets out how the legislation will be implemented.

Renters' Rights Act: landlords - there's still time to act

The government has now confirmed that the Renters’ Rights Act will begin implementation on 1st May 2026. In what is being described as the largest overhaul of the private rental sector in a generation, many landlords are understandably concerned about the future of Section 21 notices and their ability to regain possession of their properties.

The Hill Group promotes Matt Wilson to Group Technical Director

Award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group has announced the promotion of Matt Wilson to Group Technical Director, overseeing design and technical compliance across the business at a time when the UK’s second-largest private housebuilder continues to go from strength to strength. 

The Association for Rental Living (ARL) and Centrick announce strategic content partnership

The Association for Rental Living (ARL) and Centrick are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership that brings together two leading voices in the UK rental living sector. Through this collaboration, Centrick will work with the ARL as official content partners, providing strategic guidance and marketing expertise to help share the ARL’s work, insight, and initiatives across the industry.

Behind the Festive Lights: How London’s Residential Amenities Stay Operational Over Christmas

As London’s skyline glitters with festive lights and residents prepare to wind down for the holidays, behind the scenes, the operational gears of every residential development are turning faster than ever. While many enjoy a festive break, amenity teams transition into a season that requires thoughtful planning, careful coordination and an ability to adapt to residents’ changing routines.

Recoverability of corporate costs through the service charge (including flat front door checks!)

Most resident management companies are treated as dormant at Companies House. There are a few exceptions for companies that have a steady income stream separate to the service charges that are collected and covered by the statutory trust regime of s42 of the Landlord and Tenant Act.

Fresh Appeal Threatens to Delay Leasehold Reform — Labour Urged to Stand Firm

The Commons Housing Committee confirmed yesterday (12th November) that freeholders have applied to appeal last month’s High Court decision rejecting their challenge to the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024. This Act should make it cheaper for those with leases below 80 years, or with a high ground rent, to extend their leases or purchase their freeholds. 

Thousands of HMOs still contain life-threatening hazards as landlords urged to act

The Renters’ Rights Act has finally become law. Among its many provisions, it gives local authorities greater power to crack down on Category 1 hazards in rented homes, including within the HMO sector. HMO landlords are now being urged to act swiftly after new research by Inventory Base revealed that more than 2,300 HMOs in England contain a Category 1 hazard. 

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