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Cleaning disputes dominate tenancy deposit claims

Cleaning-related issues accounted for 29.37% of all tenancy deposit disputes in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year that cleaning has been the primary cause of disagreement between landlords and tenants. Property damage ranked as the second most common reason for deposit claims at 18.42%, followed by rent arrears at 16.45%. The post Cleaning disputes dominate tenancy deposit claims appeared first on...

Bank of England rate decision uncertain after ECB hike

The Bank of England faces renewed uncertainty over its interest rate decision this week following the European Central Bank's move to raise borrowing costs. Most analysts expect the Bank Rate to remain unchanged at 3.75 per cent on Thursday, though economists remain divided on inflation risks. The post Bank of England rate decision uncertain after ECB hike appeared first on...

Peterborough landlord fined £13,936 for safety breaches

A Peterborough landlord has been fined £13,936 and faces inclusion on the Rogue Landlord Database following convictions for multiple housing offences. Zahid Hussain was convicted in his absence for failing to address serious safety hazards and operating unlicensed rental properties. The post Peterborough landlord fined £13,936 for safety breaches appeared first on...

Rent increases drop 23% following Renters’ Rights Act

The number of tenants experiencing rent increases has fallen by 23% in the first month following the introduction of the Renters' Rights Act, according to new data from Hamptons. Analysis shows 31% of sitting tenants would see their rent rise this year, down from 40% in the previous 12 months. The post Rent increases drop 23% following Renters’ Rights Act appeared first on...

Riyadh residential market expands amid Vision 2030 reforms

Riyadh's residential property market is undergoing significant transformation as Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 programme drives infrastructure development, regulatory reform and international investment into the capital. The city is experiencing growth across multiple residential segments, from ultra-prime villa communities to family-oriented master plans. The post Riyadh residential market expands amid...