Category: Regulation

Gateley has announced a substantial round of promotions at its Birmingham head office, marking a key milestone in the firm’s continued investment in talent development. A total of 18 team members have stepped into new roles across a variety of legal and professional disciplines, reinforcing Gateley’s commitment to internal progression and long-term growth. Leading the…

The Hall-Glen-Village Action Group has launched a community-driven initiative to address long-standing concerns and restore Hallglen and Glen Village to their former vitality. Formed by local residents, the group seeks to amplify public voices, ensuring that neighborhood improvements reflect the community’s genuine needs rather than external priorities. Through a comprehensive survey, they aim to gather…

Despite increasing regulatory pressures and rising borrowing costs, a significant portion of the UK population continues to view buy-to-let (BTL) property investment as a reliable route to long-term financial security. According to new research by Market Financial Solutions (MFS), one in three UK adults still regard becoming a landlord as the safest way to build…

CapitalRise, the UK’s leading prime property finance platform, has announced the successful closure of a bespoke development loan, marking another key milestone in its continued expansion. While specific details of the transaction remain confidential, the deal underscores the company’s expertise in structuring tailored financial solutions for high-value real estate projects. This latest financing achievement adds…

Hilco Real Estate Finance (HREF) has successfully completed an £8.25 million loan facility secured against a former airport hotel in South Manchester. The property, which has undergone a change of use, is now operating as temporary accommodation and is fully let to Manchester City Council on a 10-year lease. The borrower, a North West-based property…

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and HM Treasury have announced plans to reform the regulatory framework governing London-listed real estate funds, aiming to streamline overlapping rules and address long-standing structural issues. A key element of the reform is the removal of external valuers’ unlimited liability, a change expected to significantly improve the integrity and functionality…

The UK housing market saw a remarkable surge in activity during the first quarter of 2025, fueled by a temporary stamp duty holiday set to expire at the end of March. This tax relief, which increased the threshold before stamp duty applied, prompted many buyers, especially first-time purchasers, to accelerate their home purchases. In March…

Dallas-based private equity firm Lone Star Real Estate Fund VII is making a significant move into the UK student housing market by acquiring nine purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) assets for £212 million. The seller, Unite Students, the largest developer and operator of student housing in the UK has agreed to complete the deal in August…

Despite increasing taxes and tighter regulations, the idea of owning a buy-to-let property remains popular especially among younger generations. According to a recent survey by Market Financial Solutions, about one in three Britons still hope to become landlords, with over half of those aged 18 to 34 expressing interest. This shows that, even in today’s…