Tag: Property News

Scotland’s rental market takes a big step forward

The Scottish Government has taken a major step by introducing secondary legislation under the Housing (Scotland) Act, exempting build-to-rent (BTR) and mid-market rent (MMR) homes from rent controls.

Autumn Budget 2025: Housing Market Outlook

The 2025 Autumn Budget has finally given the property sector some clarity after months of speculation.

Rental Reform: What it means for Lettings Professionals

It's coming into force 1st May 2026. Spoiler Alert - it's not all negative! Read to the end.

What you should know about the Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is the biggest shake-up in the private rental market for years.

A decade in real estate recruitment

October 2015, my first-ever recruitment placement.   The fee? £2,000 The company? No longer exists The Candidate? No longer in the market What did that teach me?

2025 So Far, and Looking Ahead to 2026

Reflecting on a year of challenges and resilience across Estate Agency, New Homes/BTR, and Business Development, this blog explores the key issues shaping the UK property market: Renters’ Reform, Stamp Duty changes, National Insurance, interest rates, corporate acquisitions, and the growing role of AI and technology.

The real challenge in UK housebuilding: Talent

As the UK targets 1.5 million new homes by 2030, the real estate and construction sectors face a critical workforce shortage. GKR explores why talent is now the true growth constraint and what must change.

The Renters’ Rights Bill: What it means for Property Professionals

The Renters’ Rights Bill is reshaping the lettings sector. Discover how it will impact property careers, compliance skills, and future hiring demands.

Future-Proofing Skills in Block Management: Our Guide with News on the Block

Discover how block management employers can skill-proof teams through tech, compliance, sustainability, ED&I, and continuous learning in our latest NOTB guide.

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