Tenant engagement is a key factor in delivering effective and sustainable housing services. When housing associations actively involve residents in decision-making, they create stronger, more responsive communities where services align with real tenant needs. By prioritising engagement, housing providers can improve service delivery, build trust, and create more inclusive neighbourhoods. Enhancing...

Housing providers across the UK are facing mounting challenges as they strive to balance housing stock improvement, compliance, resident well-being, and net zero targets while ensuring affordability remains a priority. Recent events, including the introduction of Awaab’s Law and the Social Housing Regulation Act 2023, have intensified regulatory scrutiny, forcing Registered Providers (RPs) and...

Highlight Housing has entered a strategic partnership with Custom Build Homes (CBH) to drive the growth of self-build and custom housebuilding (SBCH) across larger sites in England. Recognising the unique opportunity to help scale the delivery of SBCH nationally, Highlight will support CBH to promote its new compliant, scalable, and practical solution that enables housebuilders to effectively integrate...

The government has announced a £300 million boost to the Affordable Homes Programme (AHP), promising up to 2,800 additional homes, with half allocated for social rent. Additionally, a £50 million increase to the Local Authority Housing Fund (LAHF) is expected to deliver over 250 more council homes. While any investment in affordable housing is welcome, the scale of the housing crisis demands a more...

Written by Ryan Blair, Managing Director of Highlight Housing, and former COO of a For Profit Registered Provider The Growing Influence of FPRPs in the UK Housing Sector The UK’s affordable housing sector has traditionally been led by not-for-profit organisations committed to providing low-cost social housing and support for people in need of a home. However, the increasing presence of For-Profit...

The Section 106 Clearing Service, launched by Homes England, has quickly gained traction as a vital platform for matching affordable housing obligations with registered providers. With nearly 300 registrations in the first 50 days, the service is proving that there is strong demand from housing associations for acquiring S106 affordable homes. However, despite this high level of interest, a key...

As the housing crisis continues to deepen across the UK, the recently published National Housing Federation (NHF) Strategic Review serves as both a sobering reflection on the challenges faced by housing associations and an inspiring call to action. Highlighting key insights, priorities, and opportunities for the sector, the report outlines a path forward to deliver good-quality, safe, and affordable homes...

Shared ownership offers a practical route to homeownership, providing an affordable option for individuals and families. At Highlight Housing, we aim to educate prospective purchasers, guide them through every stage of the home-buying process, and provide a seamless, supportive experience that empowers them to proceed with confidence. Educating and Supporting Prospective Buyers Purchasing a shared...

The social rented sector and low-cost home ownership options, such as shared ownership and shared equity, are critical components of the UK’s housing system. They provide essential housing options for millions, addressing affordability and security for a broad range of households. However, as we look to the future, these tenures must adapt and evolve to meet modern housing needs, reflect changing...

Places for People, the UK’s leading social enterprise, has appointed Highlight Housing, a specialist affordable housing sales agency, to market and sell their shared equity properties across Scotland. Highlight Housing specialises in the sale of new-build affordable housing throughout the UK, offering an in-depth knowledge of low-cost homeownership schemes and a thorough understanding of regulatory...