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<p>Unite Group has reduced student rents by 0.3% for the current academic year, the first decline in over 25 years outside of Covid-19. The UK's largest student accommodation provider cited falling international student numbers and more British students living at home as key factors.</p> <p>The post...

<p>Connells Group has completed or neared completion on 38 branch refurbishments as part of its ongoing estate modernisation programme, with a further 50 branches scheduled for upgrades in 2027. The estate agency group operates approximately 1,200 branches across 87 brands.</p> <p>The post <a href="...

<p>A senior property adviser has warned that government initiatives to support first-time buyers will fall short without comprehensive reform of the UK's stamp duty system. Stephen Hemmings of Menzies LLP argues current tax rates deter the investment needed to deliver new housing supply.</p> <p>The ...

<p>Measure expands beyond housing to water, energy, transit and schools, and sets a 270-day timeline for court challenges</p>

<p>Kamler said a specialist partner model can help credit unions serve members without building an in-house team</p>

<p>Analysis of $6.5B in declined volume found 35% could have been salvaged with DPA options </p>

<p>What two decades of mortgage cycles teach lenders and technology providers about adoption, accountability and financial protection</p>

<p>The column highlights FHA 203(k) and conventional renovation loans for financing purchase plus eligible repairs.</p>

<p>Approximately one in four London landlords who listed properties for sale following the implementation of the Renters' Rights Act have since returned them to the rental market. The estate agency's analysis indicates that rising rental yields have encouraged property owners to reverse their decisi...

<p>The Government has reportedly abandoned plans to reduce the threshold for the High Value Council Tax Surcharge from £2 million to £1.5 million. The decision means nearly one in 10 London homes currently for sale will avoid the tax.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire.com/news/govern...

<p>The UK government has announced plans to reduce the qualifying period for Empty Dwelling Management Orders from two years to six months, enabling councils to take over management of vacant properties. The proposal has generated debate within the property sector about balancing housing supply need...

<p>Nearly half of all mortgage advances in the second quarter went to borrowers with high loan-to-income ratios, according to FCA and Bank of England data. The 46% figure represents an increase from 41.4% a year earlier, raising concerns about long-term affordability.</p> <p>The post <a href="https:...

<p>The average number of viewings per property for sale has dropped to 1.7, down from nearly four viewings two years ago, according to Propertymark data. The report revealed that 86% of estate agents reported properties achieving less than the asking price.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.prope...

<p>Buy-to-let yields in the UK have reached their highest level in 15 years at 7.22%, according to Paragon Bank's Q3 2026 report. The East Midlands generated the highest regional yield at 8.1%, while London recorded the lowest at 5.79%.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire.com/news/uk/b...

<p>The promotion signals Longbridge’s push to deepen offerings for senior homeowners and retirement-focused home equity products</p>

<p>Century Communities bought scale in Dallas-Fort Worth while Jabez and ONM Living stayed with the family</p>

<p>Why retaining the context of a buyer's search is the true test of a real estate AI assistant </p>

<p>Rethinking lender value in a world where customer expectations extend beyond closing </p>

<p>Proposed asset threshold changes could leave 31 million people in areas with limited community development coverage, association claims</p>

<p>HousingWire exclusive columnist Craig Rowe explores how agents are using AI tools to automate MLS workflows, in many cases against MLS bylaws.</p>