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flatfair signs partnership with Placefirst to boost choice for residents in booming build-to-rent sector

Leading deposit alternative provider flatfair has announced an exciting new partnership with award-winning build-to-rent (BTR) developer and single-family housing (SFH) specialist, Placefirst, further enhancing its residents’ experience by offering them significant upfront savings and granting the business greater financial security.

Proper Talk Delivers Big Conversations on PropTech, AI and the Future of Block Management

Over 100 block management professionals gathered at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) headquarters on 1 May for the sixth instalment of Proper Talk: a no-nonsense panel event that has quickly become a must-attend on the leasehold sector calendar.Chaired by property consultant Jonathan Channing, Proper Talk brings together industry leaders, managing agents, freeholders, developers and suppliers to discuss the real issues shaping residential block management. This latest session took on th

Two-thirds of property leaders plan to install EV chargers

Research from ChargeGuru has revealed that an impressive 64% of property managers, developers, and landlords plan to upgrade their existing residential developments with electric vehicle (EV) charging in the next 1-4 years.

Cost-Effective Strategies for Meeting LEED and ESG Goals in 2025

As the built environment faces increasing pressure to address sustainability, facility managers find themselves at the crossroads of regulatory compliance, corporate ESG mandates, and cost constraints. The good news? Achieving LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification and meeting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals doesn’t have to break the bank.

New Apartment Scheme Completed & Ready to Rent in Liverpool

A new collection of contemporary apartments for rent in Liverpool’s trendy ‘Fabric District’ has completed with 43% already reserved or occupied.

The Renters (Reform) Bill: The Final Nail in the Coffin for Private Landlords?

The property investment landscape has been facing increasing challenges in recent years, and the proposed Renters (Reform) Bill — currently progressing through Parliament — could represent a significant turning point for private landlords.

Orla Living makes senior appointment with new head of marketing

Orla Living has appointed Louise Cant as head of marketing for its European living sector management platform, in this newly created role, as it continues to build its senior team.

Grey belt land: Five opportunities for investors

The Labour Government’s planning reforms, aimed at "getting Britain building again," have introduced the concept of ‘grey belt’ land - a subset of green belt land identified as suitable for redevelopment.

Utopi and Spaceflow unveil integration transforming student experience

Award-winning proptech innovators Utopi and Spaceflow will preview their highly anticipated integration, along with a roadmap of upcoming powerful features, during a webinar on 28 May.

Hilco completes £11.5m Merseyside student housing loan in 2 weeks

Hilco Real Estate Finance (HREF) this week completed an £11.5m 12 month bridging loan on The Platform, a prominent, 488-unit, purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) building located in Liverpool. 

South West for less: Barratt London's Bradbury Apartments launch

KT3 is fast becoming the West London postcode to covet for buyers looking to get more for their money, with apartments in neighbouring Richmond and Wimbledon selling for 80% and 46% more on average than in New Malden.

US economic uncertainty could spark boom in UK real estate investment

As Trump’s economic agenda resurfaces rooted in protectionism, tariffs, and "America First" rhetoric, markets are experiencing renewed and significant volatility. While the goal may be to repatriate jobs and capital, the reality could mirror his first term: supply chain disruption, retaliatory tariffs, inflation, and ultimately, a loss of investor confidence.

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