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Council tax shakeup: savings for many, higher bills for London

The latest research by Yopa has revealed that the average household across England could be set to save £1,000 per year should the government decide to scrap stamp duty and replace current council tax with an annual homeowners tax. 

Q&A - Fire Safety Responsibilities

Who is legally responsible for implementing and paying for fire safety improvements? Can we challenge the charges if we do not believe they are reasonable?

Keyfix NCCTs help The Arc development remain ahead of the curve

With lofty design ideas and complex façade details, a major new mixed-use development at The Arc in London called for Keyfix’s trusted and market-leading Non-combustible Cavity Tray (NCCT) system.   

Angela Rayner Resigns as Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Labour Leader

Angela Rayner has stepped down from her high-profile roles as Deputy Prime Minister, Housing Secretary, and Deputy Leader of the Labour Party—a significant shake-up in the Labour government under Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Blacks Solicitors advised SHS UK Investments on latest acquisition as part of Liverpool regeneration

Leading Leeds-based law firm, Blacks Solicitors, has advised SHS UK Investments Ltd on the £3.65 million acquisition of a historic building in the heart of Liverpool to support regeneration.

Planning Permission Granted for Study Inn’s Landmark PBSA Development in Edgbaston, Birmingham

Study Inn, a leading designer, developer and operator of high-quality purpose-built student accommodation, has been granted planning permission for a landmark scheme on Frederick Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham.

Phoenix Brickwork will transform the Leeds skyline with a sweet regeneration project

A regeneration project to transform part of Leeds with 451 apartments is underway after Phoenix Brickwork secured a double win. The National brickwork, scaffolding and SFS specialist, which has offices in Pinxton, Derbyshire, and Northampton, is delivering the masonry and scaffolding packages on the site.

Beresford Group & MESO Energy cut utility costs by 31%

Essex property group, Beresfords, has announced a strategic partnership with MESO Energy - a leading utilities and energy solutions provider to deliver streamlined, cost-saving energy and utility services to buyers, landlords and tenants.

Rightmove Urges Caution on Property Tax Reform Amid Market Risks

Rightmove, the UK’s largest property platform, has called on the government to tread carefully in considering landmark changes to property taxation, warning that reforms could inadvertently stall key housing market segments.

From the Playground to the Property Ladder: Children’s Voice on the Rise in Home Moves

A new study by Zoopla reveals an emerging trend in UK households: when it comes to choosing a new home, the family’s children are increasingly having their say. In fact, three-quarters—74%—of households report that their children influence the final decision to move.This influence is particularly strong among younger generations. Among Gen Z movers, 40% identify their children as either the main decision-makers or a major influence. Meanwhile, 32% of Millennials say the same.Geographically, influence leve

Leaks, alarms & boiler breakdowns most common issues facing tenants and property managers

The latest insight from Adiuvo, the UK’s leading provider of 24/7, out of hours support for property managers, has revealed that the volume of issues faced by property managers is on the rise, with leaks, alarms, and access problems remaining the most common tenant complaints on an annual basis.

Younger generations see homeownership as less important but harder to achieve

The latest research from Yopa has revealed how attitudes towards homeownership vary between generations, showing that while the majority still aspire to own, its perceived importance has waned among younger buyers who also find the path to ownership more challenging than their parents did. 

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