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Property management is one of those professions many people only really notice when something has gone wrong.

Zasbi has announced that Giedre Kiauleikyte will be heading up its Manchester office as the business continues to expand its presence across the North of England.

A family-run managing agent based in Cumbria and Lancashire has claimed two national honours at the 2026 ACE Awards, winning both categories it entered in its first appearance at the industry awards.Rowan Block & Estate Management was named Managing Agent of the Year (1,001–3,000 Units), while Property Manager Amy received the Outstanding Customer Service Award (Individual).The awards mark a significant milestone for the regional firm, which only recently became a member of The Property Institute and was

This year has seen the introduction of the seismic Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) as well as other changes affecting the private rented sector (PRS) coming into force, such as the rollout of Making Tax Digital (MTD).  

After Keir Starmer’s resignation as Prime Minister on Monday, Google searches for “predicting UK mortgage costs” have surged by 5,000% this week. In light of the UK’s changing political landscape, Joseph Lane, founder of Mortgage Lane, has explained the impact of the PM’s resignation on UK mortgage holders, and the impact that Andy Burnham, his potential replacement, could have on UK mortgage holders. For most people, that's a political story. For property buyers, developers and investors, it's a mortgage story.

AI has yet to become a mainstream part of the homebuying journey, but new research from HomeOwners Alliance reveals a market in transition, with younger homeowners and active buyers increasingly open to using AI-powered tools alongside more traditional sources of advice.

On Friday 19 June 2026, The Property Institute (TPI) welcomed over 700 guests to the stunning Old Billingsgate in London for ACE Awards 2026, a spectacular evening dedicated to recognising and celebrating excellence across the property management sector.Set against the iconic London skyline, ACE Awards 2026 brought together property management professionals, suppliers, sponsors, partners and special guests from across the sector to celebrate the individuals, teams and organisations who continue to raise s

Andy Burnham returns to Westminster with considerable experience of the gap between policies announced in Whitehall and delivery on the ground. If he contests the Labour leadership, I would urge him to make housing a central part of his economic programme - but to resist the temptation to answer every problem with another intervention. 

If you manage a residential block or have an interest in service charges, you may have come across terms like "company limited by shares" and "company limited by guarantee." These are common structures for Resident Management Companies (RMCs) in the UK, but they work in different ways. Let’s break down the key differences and their significance in residential block management.

From my perspective, the question is less about who occupies Number 10 and more about what they do once they get there. Whether it is Sir Keir Starmer continuing in office, Andy Burnham emerging as a future challenger, or someone else entirely, the next phase of leadership in Britain must focus on growth, housing and opportunity.

Fire safety often framed as a matter of compliance, ensuring that codes are met, boxes are ticked and relevant certificates are issued. Whilst all of this is true, in building design, the decisions that play a key role in shaping fire safety outcomes occur much earlier in the process.