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Is Your Home at Risk from Flooding?

Numerous flood warnings have been issued across the UK. During these times, block managers should prepare for worst-case scenarios by delivering on-site protection such as sandbags or flood barriers to at-risk properties.

Read    07/02/2024

Should You Buy A BTL Property Now?

Tough new regulations and tax changes have made buy-to-let investment less attractive for some landlords. As a result, an estimated 4,000 properties per month are being sold off by small landlords exiting the market. However, for cash buyers with patience, this could...

Read    07/02/2024

Smoke Alarms - Why you must install them

Smoke alarms are an essential feature of any property, providing the first line of defense against the dangers of fire. Fires can be devastating, with the potential to cause serious damage to both property and lives. When installed and maintained properly, smoke alar...

Read    23/01/2024

HGP appoints Founder of The Ringley Group as Senior Advisor

Housing Growth Partnership (HGP) has appointed Mary-Anne Bowring, founder of The Ringley Group, as a Senior Advisor on its board. In her new role, Mary-Anne will provide strategic guidance to HGP’s development partners throughout the entire development lifecycle.

Read    17/01/2024

Why is Land Value Capture in the UK news again?

Land value capture is the practice of capturing a part of the increase in land value stemming from public investments or changes in land use regulations and using the new value to finance public infrastructure and services. In the UK, land value capture has been prop...

Read    16/08/2023

UK Government News: Labour Party’s Controversial Recommendations

Britain’s Labour Party has proposed reforms to the housing market, but the proposals have turned controversial and have raised many questions among industry stakeholders. The plans were proposed by the Labour Party leader Sir Kier Starmer and shadow housing secretary...

Read    11/07/2023

The Rental Market: The Evolution of Build to Rent (BTR)

It's 2023, and rental demand is still outweighing supply. Although the BTR sector is the fastest-growing, experts predict the imbalance will continue beyond 2023. The British Property Federation (BPF) has reported a 15% year-on-year growth for the BTR sector in their...

Read    11/07/2023

UK Government News: £3.3M Funding Granted For Night Shelters

The UK Government has announced that rough sleepers will be given a safe place to stay and the support needed to help turn their lives around. The Department for Levelling Up has announced an increase in funding for the Night Shelter Transformation Fund. More than 3 ...

Read    05/06/2023

Landlord Legislation: New Plan For Airbnb

A new trade body in the UK, The Short Term Accommodation Association, has expressed deep disappointment over a government plan for Airbnb and other short-term let companies seeking planning consent. The Department for Levelling Up Housing and Communities has announce...

Read    01/06/2023

The Rental Market - Supply & Demand

The letting market in the UK is heading towards troubled times again. The pandemic is over, and workers are returning to offices, fueling demand for rented homes. This has resulted in a sharp increase in rents, and many landlords unable to cope with the loss-making s...

Read    01/06/2023

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