
A wave of new subletting platforms is emerging to serve the “Generation Renters” cohort, offering tools that simplify property monetisation and bypass traditional leasing hurdles. These portals enable renters to list rooms or entire units quickly, often with automated rent‑collection and legal templates. While the services promise extra income for tenants and higher occupancy for owners, they also spark resistance from landlords, property managers, and regulators concerned about lease violations and safety standards. The debate centers on whether these platforms create a win‑win ecosystem or expose participants to legal and financial risks.

US property manager Greystar is close to finalising a £500mn acquisition of 900 build‑to‑rent units in Elephant and Castle, London. The units are being sold by Australian developer Lendlease and Canada’s largest pension fund, marking a major expansion of Greystar’s...

San Francisco’s real‑estate market has rebounded from a pandemic‑era slump, driven largely by newly‑generated wealth from artificial‑intelligence ventures. Property values are climbing sharply as AI‑linked investors pour capital into luxury condos and commercial spaces. City officials are rolling out accelerated...