The rental property market is on the verge of a significant shift, one that will undoubtedly cause concern among landlords across the United Kingdom. The new labour government has made clear its intention to raise the minimum energy performance standards for rental properties, a move that could have far-reaching implications for both landlords and tenants

It may surprise many, but despite the significant rises in inflation over the last few years, buying a house in today’s market is more affordable as a percentage of take-home pay. First, the average value of a typical first-time buyer’s home has surged by 318% since 1989 (35 years ago for those counting), reaching £314,000

The state opening of parliament saw the king’s speech set the agenda and main priorities for Kier Starmer’s governments. This year’s speech, delivered by King Charles, is the first for a Labour Government since 2010, following the recent general election. With 30+ bills highlighted by the king, there was nothing seismic for tenants or landlords.

How do we navigate, what some people are calling, a potential ‘Starmer Surge’ following the general election? Despite the anticipation and the ever-continuing speculations around this year’s election, the impact on the property market has been negligible. Trends in the market, buyer interest, and property values have remained steady, showing no significant fluctuations. So given