Wednesday, January 14, 2026

AI

AI and regulation set to reshape property law in 2026

Search Acumen predicts faster AI adoption, leaner legal tech stacks and rising demand for expert property lawyers in 2026.

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.

Estate agents urged to assess AI readiness as search evolves

Estate agents are urged to assess AI readiness as AI-powered search and automation reshape visibility, marketing, and client discovery.

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 model delivers step-change in property valuation accuracy

Explainable AI developed at a UK university could reshape how homes are priced, financed and assessed for risk.

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.

AktivBo sees rising demand for AI-driven tenant analytics

AktivBo reports growing demand as property owners adopt AI-driven tenant analytics to boost retention and operational efficiency.

AI and automation become critical for short-term rental operators

New research shows technology, AI and automation now central to how hosts and property managers protect performance and scale efficiently.

NavLive launches Control Points for improved 3D site scans

NavLive introduces Control Points, improving 3D scan accuracy and verified site data for construction, architecture and surveying teams.

INTREAL strengthens INTREAL Solutions to accelerate AI growth

INTREAL strengthens INTREAL Solutions with new leadership and a strategic focus on AI and automation to support long-term growth.

Boom integrates Beyond for AI-driven revenue management

Boom integrates Beyond’s AI-driven revenue management into its PMS, enabling automated pricing and seamless multi-channel execution.

Pros and cons of maintaining buildings using AI

AI is transforming facilities management, but over-reliance in building maintenance can create compliance and safety risks.