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Propertymark launches new online calculator for property agents
The tool gives agencies a quick way to estimate savings on business essentials and shows extra revenue opportunities available through the scheme.
Propertymark
News
Prospective buyer registrations dip as stock levels edge up in May – Propertymark
There were an average of 64 new prospective buyers registered per member branch.
News
Propertymark calls for housing tax review under Healey
Propertymark has said housing must remain central to economic growth as John Healey takes on the role of chancellor.
News
Propertymark warns leaseholders remain trapped despite reform progress
Propertymark has warned that leaseholders remain affected by rising costs, complex rules and market uncertainty, despite legislative progress on leasehold reform.
Rental Market
Energy bills for least efficient homes rise by almost £600 as price cap increases
Households living in the UK's least energy-efficient homes could see annual energy bills increase by up to £591 following the latest energy price cap rise, according to Rightmove.
Estate Agents
Reapit urges agents to build lifetime customer relationships as AI reshapes property market
Reapit has warned estate agents that AI, changing consumer behaviour and growing competitive pressures are transforming the sector, with long-term customer relationships becoming increasingly important.
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Scotland leads UK in monthly rental growth as affordability pressures rise in most regions – Propertymark
Scotland saw the strongest monthly rental growth in May, with average rents rising from £1,167 to £1,257, a 7.7% increase.
Regulation
Propertymark supports tougher landlord registration to improve tenant safety in Northern Ireland
The professional body said the reforms are an important step towards improving tenant safety and raising standards in the private rented sector.
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Propertymark warns agents ahead of Renters’ Rights Act information sheet deadline
Under the legislation, all tenants named on assured or assured shorthold tenancy agreements created before 1st May 2026 must be provided with a copy of the government-issued information sheet.
Rental Market
Accessible rental homes failing to keep up with demand from older and disabled tenants – Propertymark
Data showed that households headed by someone aged 65 or over are projected to increase by 22.1% by 2032.
News
Average new build price falls in several UK regions – Propertymark
Wales saw the biggest drop, with prices dropping from £385,488 in April 2025 to £365,789 in April 2026.
News
Demand for qualifications doubles as Rightmove helps agents get ahead of reform
Rightmove said bookings for its Certificate for Estate and Lettings Agents exam increased by 128% year-on-year.