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The Association for Rental Living, the membership body for all institutionally backed, professionally managed purpose-built rental living sectors, has announced the appointment of new leadership for its London and South East Hub. 

New research by Property Inspect reveals that if surveys were a mandatory requirement for every property listed for sale, surveyors could see demand rise by around 40%. 

At JMJ Asset Management, we believe building insurance should feel clear, understood and properly managed, and not something that only gets attention when a claim arises.

MRI Software, a global leader in real estate software solutions and services, today reported a momentum-fueled 2025, marked by record client growth and net new wins, rising platform adoption, and continued global innovation investment. The company welcomed almost 2,000 new clients - a nearly 20% year-over-year increase - while making significant advancements in its next-generation, AI-first platform designed to help real estate organizations scale operations, align cross-operational teams, and manage increasing complexity. 

Peabody has completed 197 affordable homes, including 85 for social rent, at Capital Interchange Way in Brentford. The homes have been delivered as part of a 420-home mixed-tenure development at the site in west London.

The private rental sector (PRS) is on the cusp of its most significant transformation in decades. For landlords and their professional advisers, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is not just a legislative milestone – it is a strategic inflection point. With sweeping reforms set to take effect from May, decisions made in the next few months will impact the viability of portfolios.

A 264-home, 50%-affordable scheme has completed in Fulham, delivered by Peabody and Mount Anvil with support from the GLA and Hammersmith and Fulham Council.

A new business venture, Chelsea in Devon, has officially launched, providing tailored coordination, marketing and administrative support services to property professionals across the sector.

The latest analysis by property management specialist Rushbrook & Rathbone has warned landlords against neglecting proper management and maintenance as they face increasing financial pressure from incoming regulation such as the Renters’ Rights Act. Their analysis shows that the average landlord across England risks devaluing their property by as much as £36,429 over a typical 10-year ownership period if they fail to invest in ongoing upkeep and maintenance, with this potential loss climbing as high as £75,000 in London. 

UK planning and development consultancy Lichfields has announced 12 promotions, reflecting continued growth in workload and sustained demand for planning and development services. 

Property Redress has published its 2025 annual report, revealing a 47% increase in complaint enquiries across the residential property sector over the past year, while resolution times have improved and early settlements have increased.