Renters’ Rights Bill enters Lords report stage today
The Renters’ Rights Bill returns to the House of Lords today for the first of three Report Stage debates. Further sittings are scheduled for 7 and 15 July following the recent completion of the Committee Stage. However, it now appears unlikely that the Bill will receive Royal Assent before the summer recess, which runs from […]
Rightmove chief’s pay jumps to £1.6m as agents face fee hikes
Rightmove’s CEO earned almost £1.6 million last year, the portal’s latest accounts reveal. Johan Svanstrom’s salary with bonuses increased by some £330,000 from £1.26 million in 2023. His basic salary in 2024 was £663,000, but with a bonus of £929,000, his total pay was £1.59 million. Controversial News of his salary rise comes at a […]
Bank of England Interest Rate Decision – What It Could Mean for the Property Market
The next Bank of England (BoE) interest rate decision is set for Thursday 19th June, and it’s a date that buyers, sellers, and investors across the UK will be watching closely. The current Bank of England (BoE) base rate is 4.25%. This rate was last set on May 8, 2025, and is the rate at which […]
🏡 UK Property Market Update – May 31, 2025
The UK property market continues to show resilience and adaptability amidst evolving economic conditions. As of May 2025, several key trends have emerged: 📈 National Overview: House Prices and Rental Trends 🏘️ Cirencester Property Market Snapshot Cirencester, often referred to as the “Capital of the Cotswolds,” has seen notable activity in its property market: Adkins […]
Why we’re NOT on Rightmove!!
We’re often asked why we don’t advertise on Rightmove. The simple answer is that our approach as a modern, independent estate agency is far more targeted, flexible, and effective ✅ Rather than relying on a single portal, we promote every property across Zoopla, OnTheMarket, and PrimeLocation 🏡 —platforms that offer excellent exposure to serious and […]
New Sanctions Rules Come Into Force Today!
Letting agents must now ensure they are fully prepared for the new regulatory requirements introduced today, as part of tightened financial sanctions legislation. From this point forward, all UK letting agents are required to screen landlords, tenants, and — where applicable — the beneficial owners of corporate landlords or tenants against the UK Sanctions List. […]
📉💥 Interest Rate Drop Alert! 💥📉
The Bank of England has dropped the interest rate by 0.25% today! 🏦💸That’s great news for buyers – cheaper mortgages = more money in your pocket! 🏡🙌 🚪💨 Come on buyers, there’s no time to waste –📞 Call us, 📍book a viewing, 📝 make that offer…Let’s get you moving while the market’s in your favour! […]
Interest rates set to fall at fastest rate since UK’s financial crisis
Interest rates are set to fall at their fastest rate since the 2008 financial crisis, economists have predicted, offering mortgage holders relief from high borrowing costs. The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates from 4.5% to 4.25% next week in what would be the second rate reduction this year, having already dropped […]
Major Changes Coming for Landlords and Tenants in 2025
Sweeping changes to landlord and tenant law are making their way through Parliament, with the newly reworked Renters’ Rights Bill (formerly the Renters’ Reform Bill) set to become law later this year. This landmark legislation is expected to bring significant transformation to the private rented sector across England. At Adkins Property, with over three decades […]
Cotswold Property Market Update – Steady Growth Despite Slower Pace
According to the latest House Price Index from Zoopla (February 2025), property prices in the Cotswolds have edged up by 1.1% over the past year. This modest increase has added around £5,000 to the value of a typical home in the area, bringing the average price to £457,200. While growth in the Cotswolds lags behind […]
