Shocking figures reveal that London housebuilding sector is on life support. Output is “94 per cent below target, a 75% year-on-year decline, the steepest drop in the country, the lowest tally since records began. An eye opening report in the FT highlights the severity of the decline. In 2025 just 5,891 homes were built. The Continue Reading…
EV paint repair risks are quickly moving from niche technical concern to mainstream workshop issue. For motor trade businesses, the growth in electric vehicles is not just changing what arrives on the ramp. It is changing how garages approach heat, battery exposure, staff training and workshop controls. AXA UK Commercial has warned that traditional paint Continue Reading…
UK car repair costs are rising again, but the more telling part of the story is what motorists are doing in response. Bumper’s latest Automotive Aftersales Report says the average repair bill reached £597.48 in 2025, up 26% from £473.33 in 2021. More striking still, in 70% of vehicle health checks where red, safety-critical issues Continue Reading…
Legal disputes can appear out of nowhere for a business. One day it is a disagreement over a contract, a supplier issue or a customer complaint. Next thing you know, it is absorbing management time, creating stress and potentially exposing the business to cost and reputation risk. Whether the issue involves a client, supplier, landlord, Continue Reading…
Serviced accommodation for landlords is getting more attention, and it is not hard to see why. Writing in The Times, experienced investor Henry Davis argued that the government should “encourage private landlords, not punish them”. That line will ring true for plenty of owners who feel the private rented sector has become steadily harder to Continue Reading…
Recovering rent arrears from former tenants can feel like the final hurdle after what is often a long and exhausting eviction process. For some landlords, the financial impact can be significant, especially when unpaid rent and legal costs run into five figures. A recent question from a landlord in Birmingham highlights a situation many property Continue Reading…
Used car complaints are rising, but the bigger story is trust Used car complaints are up, but the headline only tells part of the story. The Motor Ombudsman says complaints about used cars rose 14% in 2025, reaching 18,570, while SMMT data shows the UK used car market also grew to 7,807,872 transactions. In other Continue Reading…
Storm‑related insurance claims are among the most commonly disputed for property owners. That may be surprising given the sudden and severe damage to buildings that storms can cause. As an insurance broker, our goal is to help you understand why insurers sometimes decline these claims, what the limits of a typical property owners insurance policy Continue Reading…
The UK Car of the Year Awards 2026 winners have landed, and one thing is hard to miss: electrification is no longer the “interesting new corner” of the market. It is the main stage. Five of the eight category winners are outright electric, and the remaining three have battery-electric versions available too. If you work Continue Reading…
In the world of online car sales, car dealer online reviews can make or break a deal before you’ve even answered the phone. Buyers are doing their homework across platforms, comparing ratings, reading the detail, and deciding whether you feel “safe” to buy from. Recent research suggests the bar is getting higher. In Startline Motor Continue Reading…
