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Trade bodies join forces ahead of Maintenance Week

National trade bodies British Pest Control Association (BPCA) and Property Care Association (PCA) have joined forces to shine a spotlight on the entry points shared by water and pests as part of Maintenance Week.

Added value for tenants: Simple improvements that can justify higher rent

Although the rent you charge must be in line with local market rates, there will be a range of prices, and you want to be at the top end. Modern fittings and clean, fresh décor are a standard ‘must’, but what are the extra things you can do to attract tenants who are willing to pay a little extra?

Group First marks 25 years of property development excellence

Group First, a leading UK property investment and development company, is proud to announce the celebration of its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of building, innovating and delivering high-quality property solutions across the UK.

MRI Software Receives IDC’s 2025 SaaS CSAT Award for Facilities Management

MRI Software, a global leader in real estate solutions and services, has been recognized with the 2025 SaaS Facilities Management Customer Satisfaction Award from the International Data Corporation (IDC). 

Council and developer The Hill Group propose to build 165 new homes at Hanover and Princess Courts in Cambridge

Cambridge City Council and The Hill Group have submitted plans for 165 new homes to be built on the site of Hanover and Princess Courts, just off Hills Road in Cambridge - 72 council homes and 93 private sale homes. 

Renters’ Rights Act comment – Dr Neil Cobbold

“Reapit welcomes the clarity Royal Assent of the Renters’ Rights Act will bring to the private rented sector. Letting agents finally have certainty on what will change, but also tremendous opportunity to prove their value to landlords and tenants. 

Beresfords 2025 property dinner raises £52,808 for regional charity

South East property group, Beresfords, is proud to announce the outstanding success of its 2025 property dinner and auction, held at the prestigious Pan Pacific Hotel London. 

Pink Power: Homebuilder wears it pink to raise awareness for breast cancer

A David Wilson Homes site team in Northamptonshire dressed to impress as part of Breast Cancer Now’s Wear It Pink event on Friday 24th October.

When Luxury Isn’t Enough: Keeping Pace with Residents’ Rising Expectations

In prime and super-prime residential living, expectations are constantly evolving. What once set a development apart has become standard, and what delighted residents five years ago is now the minimum benchmark.

What is Awaab's Law?

Awaab’s Law is new legislation designed to ensure social landlords fix dangerous housing conditions quickly. Named after Awaab Ishak, a two-year-old who died in 2020 after prolonged exposure to mould in his family’s flat, the law introduces strict timeframes for landlords to investigate and repair health-related hazards such as damp and mould.

London residential development secures over £1m to boost heat network efficiency

Residents at The Switch House & Elektron Buildings in London are set to benefit from major improvements to their communal heating system after the development was awarded £1,079,734 in government funding.  

UK homeowners turn to smart tech to avoid unwanted house calls this Halloween

The latest research from eXp UK has revealed that while Halloween may be growing in popularity across the UK, many homeowners are planning to use smart home technology to avoid the endless stream of trick-or-treaters knocking at their doors this Friday. 

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