Latest property news
Data, AI and the future of housing: Propertymark influential at Proptech summit
Joining industry leaders at FutureFinance.AI Proptech conference on 7 November 2025, our CEO, Nathan Emerson, discussed the crucial role that data quality and regulatory reform will play in driving growth and emphasised that agents need to have confidence that the digital product will have longevity before making significant investments.
Take five minutes to test alarms ahead of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week
Checking carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and heating systems can help prevent avoidable tragedies. Known as the ‘silent killer’, CO has no smell, taste, or colour, yet even small amounts can be fatal. Hundreds of people are hospitalised each year due to this poisoning, and many could be prevented with simple maintenance and alarm checks.
1 May is the date for tenancy reforms under the Renters’ Rights Act
The UK Government has confirmed that the first phase of reforms will take effect on 1 May 2026, marking the most significant shift to tenancy law in a generation. From this date, all existing and new private tenancies in England will move onto the new system. Propertymark has consistently pressed for sufficient lead-in time to allow agents and landlords to prepare. With a firm date now announced, the sector can begin making practical plans.



