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Lettings agents and mortgage brokers will play a decisive role in helping landlords prepare for tougher Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), according to Dr Neil Cobbold, Commercial Director of Reapit, a leading estate agency software provider. 

The lawyer behind the Leaseholder Action group action, Liam Spender, has won a significant Court of Appeal victory which could result in a reduction in the amount of service charges paid by hundreds of thousands of leaseholders in England and Wales.

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) has launched a refreshed suite of builder contract templates, updated following the Building Safety Act 2022.

As temperatures drop and households across the UK rely more heavily on boilers, gas fires, and open flames, Propertymark is urging everyone to take simple steps to protect themselves from the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO), the “silent killer.”

For building owners, developers and facilities managers across the UK, it can be easy to fall into the trap of ‘fit and forget’ – especially when it comes to a whole host of installed safety equipment. Ensuring you’re keeping on top of all of your installed safety systems is essential, especially when it comes to fire safety. The notion that fire safety is a one-time box-ticking exercise from years gone by couldn’t be further from reality. Those in a position of authority must undertake a continuous journey to keep up with the fire safety lifecycle.

Former Premier League star Paul Robinson was the star guest and speaker at Principle Estate Management’s 2025 staff conference. The former defender for Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion, who also spent time at Bolton, Leeds United and Watford, appeared in front of more than 100 staff at the event. He was interviewed by keen football fan James Neale, a senior business development manager at Principle, who said: “Paul shared stories from his career highs and lows, emphasising how passion, drive, and

New analysis from Property Inspect, a leading provider of inspection and compliance technology, reveals that the UK’s build to rent (BTR) sector with over 3,700 new units completed in the last quarter alone, but with the number of units under construction falling -12.5% on the year, is the supply pipeline about to dry up? 

The UK’s Autumn Budget delivered several headline-grabbing policies that will directly shape the future of the housing market. While initial reactions ranged from concern to confusion, property experts say the sector should take a measured, informed view, particularly as many changes won’t take effect for several years. 

The country’s largest homebuilder, Barratt Redrow, is co-sponsoring Royal British Veterans Enterprise’s (RBVE) national fundraising campaign, The Great Tommy Sleep Out, for a second year running. Over 14,500 people took part in 2025, raising an incredible £2 million to help veterans rebuild their lives, and for 2026, RBVE want to raise even more. 

Stannah is proud to have raised over £40,000 in 2025 for a variety of life-changing charities, an achievement made possible through the dedication and generosity of its employees, the strength of its match-funding scheme and the support of the Joseph Stannah Foundation. 

Doyenne in Property is proud to announce that the Doyenne Conference 2026 will take place on 6th March 2026, bringing together women from across the leasehold sector for a day of insights, networking, and celebration.