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One of the biggest challenges landlords face is keeping on top of maintenance and repairs. Timely repairs are key to keeping tenants happy and your property in good condition. Some common repairs that landlords may need to deal with: Damp and mould Damp and mould are common problems in rental properties, especially in older buildings….

Market uncertainty and buyer confidence The economic climate is always changing. While some believe it follows an eight-year cycle, others argue that the past ten years have been different. During this time, the economy has been shaken by a series of major world events, most recently the war in the Middle East. Whenever we see…

New starter Max Stapleton joins us as Auction Property Manager. Max has a wealth of experience, working for a local law firm and recruitment across a wide range of sectors. These varied environments helped to sharpen his natural sales ability and develop a confident, personable communication style. As Auction Property Manager, Max is valued for…

From 1st April 2026, a new legal obligation for business ratepayers in England and Wales introduced under the Non-Domestic Rating Act 2023, known as Duty to Notify, began its phased rollout in England, and it is expected to become fully mandatory by 1st April 2029. What is Duty to Notify? Duty to Notify is a…

Revised appeals procedure The key points are: Changes to Biodiversity Net Gain requirements The Government intends to introduce a new area-based exemption to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) contributions before 31st July 2026, which will apply to all developments where the site area (within the red line boundary) is 0.2 hectares or below. The Government has…

This map is for illustration purposes only. Milton Keynes ExpansionOfficially designated as a settlement in January 1967, the Government plans for Milton Keynes, like Tempsford, to experience huge growth in the next few decades. There are proposals for the city to expand by a third by 2050, with plans for 40,000 new homes and a…

Operating as we do in a broad arc from the Cotswolds in the west through the northern Home Counties across to the east coast, Robinson & Hall is well placed to comment on the residential development land market. The Oxford to Cambridge arc in particular is economically important and is targeted for growth by a…

It is fair to say that armed with their title deed, most people assume they know where their boundaries lie. But how confident are you that you fully understand all the information on your title plan and that the information on it is accurate? Title plans can be misleading Usually, the red edging on a…

As the UK advances towards its net-zero commitments, energy efficiency in both residential and commercial property has been high on the agenda by those conscious of legislation and the climate. A wave of recent government consultations, regulatory updates, and market data released earlier this year shows that landlords, tenants, and developers face a complex but…

With effect from 1st May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 introduced some of the most significant changes to the private rented sector in a generation. It is essential that landlords have a clear understanding of the new legislation, how it will impact their investment properties, and the updated procedures required to ensure compliance is…