Agents warn of ‘survival year’ as costs and reform pile pressure on sector
Original Article Summary
Agents are worried about soaring costs, economic uncertainty and sweeping regulatory change in 2026, the Alto Agency Trends Report has revealed. When asked which upcoming regulations worry them most, 79% of agents named the Renters’ Rights Bill, followed by EPC and energy-efficiency rules (50%) and local licensing schemes (36%). Nearly two-thirds (63%) of agents say […] The post Agents warn of ‘survival year’ as costs and reform pile pressure on sector appeared first on PropertyWire.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
79% of letting agents cite Renters' Rights Bill as their top concern for 2025, with rising costs and regulatory pressure creating a 'survival year' that may force industry consolidation and drive automation adoption.
Investor Relevance
Property investors face potential service disruption, higher agent fees, and reduced choice as letting agents struggle with regulatory compliance costs. Investors may need to factor in higher management costs or consider direct management as agencies consolidate or exit the market.
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