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Association for Rental Living welcomes new Board member to represent suppliers

As part of the continued growth of the Association for Rental Living (ARL) – the membership body for all institutionally backed, professionally managed purpose-built rental living sectors – a new member of the Board has been announced. 

Today’s Commons Debate Offers Little Progress on Leasehold Reform Says Industry Expert

Despite receiving Royal Assent over a year ago, the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 remains largely unenforced — a situation that continues to frustrate hundreds of thousands of leaseholders across England and Wales.

deverellsmith announces Georgia Zambakides as Executive Director

Strategic appointment and senior management promotions set to accelerate growth across entire group

Government Doubles Council Tax, Exposes Broken Business Rates System

Colliers estimate National Tax Revenue will be depleted by £334 million this year - as Holiday Home properties continue to be “flipped” into the Business Rates system. Just under £53 million of lost income in Cornwall alone.

The Material Risks Lurking in Your Exterior: What Managing Agents Should Know

Apartment exteriors are often the first line of defence against weather, wear, and time. Yet many managing agents are unaware of just how many risks can hide in plain sight—until a repair turns into a major capital expense or, worse, a safety incident.

4site Consulting Announced as Finalists in 8 ACE Award Categories

4site Consulting has been announced as a finalist in eight categories at this year’s ACE Awards, which celebrate excellence across the leasehold and property management sector.

London Based Novello Group Acquires Gold Crest Chartered Surveyors

The Novello Group has today announced its acquisition of Gold Crest Chartered Surveyors, a strategic move that establishes the group as one of the largest independent providers of home surveys in the UK.

Future Group Welcomes Kate Wood as New Business Manager

Future Group is delighted to welcome Kate Wood as our new Business Manager, joining the team in June 2025.

53% of Tenants likely to challenge rent increases

53% of Tenants likely to challenge rent increases, but fair landlords have little to fear, says LRG report.

Bromwich Hardy selling nine apartment Coventry development opportunity

A prime site for investors and developers has come on the market in Coventry with commercial agents Bromwich Hardy. 

Inside the £80 Million Knightsbridge Penthouse That Left TV Viewers Stunned

A five-bedroom penthouse in London's exclusive Knightsbridge district has captured public attention after featuring on Channel 4's Britain’s Most Expensive Houses.

£1.5 Billion Elephant and Castle Redevelopment to Deliver 485 Luxury Flats and New Town Centre

A landmark £1.5 billion regeneration project is set to transform Elephant and Castle in south London, with the creation of a brand-new town centre that includes 485 high-specification flats across three towers, alongside retail, leisure, and transport infrastructure.

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