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Beyond the buildings: Why remediation must put people first

When we talk about building remediation, the conversation often centres on technical requirements: safety, compliance, materials and deadlines. But behind every building are people whose homes and daily lives are affected by the work taking place.

Deposits: only one in nine landlords thinks the five-week cap is enough

Only one in nine landlords believes the five-week deposit cap gives them adequate financial protection, while nearly four in ten tenants say they have no idea they can formally challenge deposit deductions, according to new research from LRG. The most recent Lettings Report, which draws on responses from 717 landlords and 860 tenants across England and Wales, finds deposits a persistent pressure point on both sides of the market – with landlords seeking greater security and tenants unaware of rights that

Directors rate Jennings & Barrett’s service 4/5 as 88% say quality is the best yet

The second annual Directors’ Feedback Report shows consistently high satisfaction among clients, alongside shared challenges around resident engagement and Director alignment.

New forum unpicks heat network sector’s top challenges

A perfect storm of high energy prices, network inefficiency and regulatory change was among the difficult issues addressed at a meeting of around 70 senior leaders from across the heat network industry in London.  

When Did Managing a Block Become Running an Energy Company?

The regulation of communal heating is bringing new responsibilities for those managing residential developments. But with multiple contractors, unclear lines of accountability and growing expectations from residents, who should really be responsible for keeping the heat on?

Proposed ban on upwards only rent reviews

The Office for National Statistics figures show average private rents in England rose from £950 a month in January 2015 to £1,398 in July 2025, an increase of around 47%1. Although residential rents are not directly comparable with commercial leases, the trend illustrates the wider affordability pressures shaping the property market.

Repair, refurbish or replace? How to decide what to do with ageing commercial gym equipment

A repair quotation often starts a conversation about whether it is time for a new machine. Sometimes the cost of replacement is higher than the client expected. Other times, the question is why a part needs replacing when the equipment still works.

Jewellery Quarter Residential Scheme Supported with £3.48m Development Exit Loan

A landmark residential development in Birmingham’s famous Jewellery Quarter has secured a £3.48m development exit bridging loan from Secure Trust Bank (STB) Business Finance. 

POD management achieves investors in People Gold Accreditation following first assessment

The award-winning property management company has been recognised for its people-first culture, with assessors highlighting strong relationships, employee development and the link between workplace values and business performance.

The money in the account and the money that is spoken for

A block's bank balance says far less about its solvency than most people expect. Service charge income arrives in lumps and leaves continuously, and the gap between the two is usually visible months before it turns into a problem.

What goes up can now come down: the end of upwards only rent reviews

Bill Trow is a specialist Property Litigation senior associate at JMW Solicitors, and examines a recent change in the law limiting a landlord’s ability to include upwards only rent reviews in a commercial lease.

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