Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Bea Patel

Bea is Co-founder and Editor at AI PropTech News, BTR News, PBSA News, BTR News Australia and Rental Living News. She is a visionary entrepreneur with extensive experience in journalism and editorial leadership. Fuelled by ambition, a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, Bea continues to push boundaries in media and publishing, creating platforms that connect, educate and empower professionals.

Part 2: what AI means for residential living

The second in a three-part series explores how AI influences people’s long-term housing decisions from a new paper by M&G Investments.

Part 1: student living in the age of AI

The first in a three-part series explores student living in the age of AI from a new paper by M&G Investments.

Real estate turns to AI to automate core operations

From valuations and underwriting to leasing and payments, AI is streamlining the back office of property portfolios

Planna and Lloyds launch AI-powered neighbourhood guide

Planna partners with Lloyds Banking Group to launch an AI-powered neighbourhood guide delivering real-time local insights for home movers.

ValPal Pro joins FIA as AI becomes essential for estate agents

ValPal Pro joins the FIA supplier network, giving estate agents discounted access to AI-powered lead generation and nurture tools.

AI to shift from experimentation to delivery for estate agencies

Software providers predict that 2026 will be the year AI delivers measurable value through automation, efficiency and human-centred workflows.