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A recent survey of ALEP members reveals widespread frustration over unfinished legislation and uncertainty.

New anti-money laundering (AML) rules came into effect this month, marking a significant change for landlords and the lettings industry as a whole. The new rules mean financial sanctions checks are now required for all lettings, regardless of how much rent is charged. 

A successful student mentorship scheme between Birmingham City University (BCU) and residential property developer Court Collaboration will be extended to a second year, following a successful pilot.  

An historic Wedgwood pottery manufacturing site with plans for more than 80 apartments is up for sale in Staffordshire with commercial property agency Bond Wolfe. 

Principle Estate Management has appointed an experienced senior manager to its London office, as the Birmingham-based company continues its growth across the UK.

The ACE Awards 2025 returned in full 80s glamour on Friday, 20st June, to celebrate the outstanding achievements of companies and individuals across the residential property management sector.

Data from ChargeGuru UK, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, has revealed that despite clear sustained demand for EVs, only 2% of property, asset, and portfolio managers and freeholders plan to have EV chargers installed at their residential and commercial properties this year.  According to the research, 71% of property, asset, and portfolio managers and freeholders assume that installing EV charging infrastructure typically takes up to 3 months from initial enquiry to complet

Forget dramatic pipe bursts, slow silent leaks are the biggest problem for insurers, writes Lindsey Joseph

As electric vehicle adoption continues to accelerate, property managers are under growing pressure to provide on-site charging infrastructure that meets the expectations of today’s tenants and residents. More and more, people are plugging into this shift, and for property owners and insurers alike, the key question is how EV charging fits into existing risk frameworks without disrupting operational or safety standards.

The building safety landscape in the UK has undergone a significant transformation, driven by the need to prevent tragedies like the Grenfell Tower fire. This event highlighted systematic failures in building safety regulations, including the lack of attention to resident’s well-being and safety concerns.

Ask anyone in block management what makes the sector tick, and they’ll probably mention partnerships: collaborations between agents, suppliers, freeholders, developers, RMCs and site teams.

Property inspections are undergoing a digital transformation. With the rise of PropTech, block managers now have access to tools that streamline inspections, reduce risk, cut costs, and improve service levels.