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Notting Hill Genesis cures metering headaches with wireless KURVE

Notting Hill Genesis (NHG), one of London’s largest not-for-profit housing associations, is deploying a wireless KURVE solution across 18 of its residential heat network developments in a bid to not only reduce costs, but also to tackle energy debt, improve service to consumers, and improve operational efficiency ready for impending regulations. 

Future Group Client Update: Important Changes to OZEV EV Charging Grants

The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) has announced significant changes to the UK’s EV charging grant schemes, coming into effect on 1 April. These changes will affect leasehold buildings, property managers, RMCs, and landlords, particularly those planning EV infrastructure projects for apartment blocks.

Property auctions are no longer just for "doer-uppers"

New instructions for auction catalogues have risen steadily in recent months, reflecting a clear shift in seller behaviour. In a market where confidence can fluctuate, more vendors are prioritising certainty and a defined timeline over open-ended negotiations.

As AML scrutiny rises, Coadjute leads focus on compliance, backed by Phil Spencer

Leading property technology firm, Coadjute, has announced a strategic focus on governance-led anti-money laundering (AML) compliance across the UK property market.

RTM: Expectations vs Responsibilities

The Right to Manage framework has provided leaseholders with a powerful mechanism to influence how their buildings are governed and maintained. It is typically driven by entirely reasonable objectives: improved transparency, greater oversight, and, quite often, the expectation that increased control will naturally result in reduced costs.

deverellsmith launches UK real estate workforce survey to shape 2026 salary guide and trends report

Specialist recruitment firm invites property professionals across all sectors to share insights on pay, progression and workplace priorities as part of the industry's most comprehensive annual benchmarking exercise. 

Peabody and Hill complete first 68 affordable rent homes at Dagenham Green

The first 68 affordable rent homes at Dagenham Green are now complete, with residents due to move in from March.  From next month, residents will start to collect their keys and settle into their new homes. A further 67 affordable rent homes are due to be finished later this spring. 

Closing the Gap Between the Headlines and Reality of Ground Rent Reform

Recent coverage of the government’s Draft Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Bill has certainly caught the public interest. Headlines around ground rent reform have travelled quickly, but in many cases people’s understanding has not followed at the same pace.

10 things all tenants need to know when renting now

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27th October 2025 and will introduce major reforms to private renting in England. The first raft of measures affecting tenants will come into force on 1st May this year. So, whether you currently have a tenancy agreement or are planning to rent this year, here are ten key things you need to know.

The Draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill starts its legislative journey

The government announced the introduction of the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill in January 2026. This Bill proposes several reforms to the current flat ownership system, including...

The Precise Network, Built in the West Midlands, Expands into Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

The Precise network, established in the West Midlands through Precise Chartered Surveyors and later expanded by Precise Commercial Surveyors, is now extending its regional footprint into Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds with the launch of Precise Larkstoke Surveyors, led by Tim Hurdiss. 

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