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Rightmove is launching a new national marketing campaign to coincide with what is hoped to be a busy autumn selling season. The...

The expected dip in mortgage rates following the Bank of England’s base rate cut continued this week with NatWest’s lowest price...

Throughout the general election campaign, the Green Belt was central to the debate about the housing crisis. The new Labour government...

What’s in a name? Or particularly a label? We all seem to have one these days. If we’re not a first time...

LSL Estate Agency Franchising is home to one of the UK’s best-known estate agent brands - Your Move. There are several...

Heidi Shackell, chief executive officer at The Lettings Hub said: “The General Election, called in May, halted progress of the Renters'...

An Irish estate agent has come up with a solution to For Sale boards that can get damaged by bad weather. Auctioneera...

The winners of the 2024 allAgents customer experience People Awards have been announced. These awards reflect customer reviews from 1 May 2023...

This week I reached the point of maximum political saturation. We’re now four weeks into the campaign with less than a...

Agency brand Phipps & Pritchard has given its branch windows a football-themed overhaul in time for Euro 2024. The independent agent, which...

In a week when the election campaign descended into claim and counterclaim of lies over tax plans and Nigel Farage was...

HAVING spent decades closely following the UK and American property markets, I’ve seen and read many reports comparing the two.  But...

We were delighted to hold our first ESTAS Postcode Awards last Friday as part of our commitment to recognising service standards...

From the uptick in house sales in January to a house price rise the first time in over a year in February,...

2023 was the highest year on record for ‘rental scam’ searches in the UK, with an increase of 11% from 2022...

Female agents have shared their view on representation and opportunities in the sector to mark International Women’s Day. Industry data shows while...

"Property is in the blood," my dad frequently reminds me, albeit for two generations—his and mine. During the property boom of...

As property listings go, this one may be more barking than beautiful. Zoopla has revealed an interesting listing that has appeared on...

When almost all agents and developers use the tried and tested formula of floorplan, professional photography  and a well-crafted description, what can be...

TV presenter Phil Spencer announced the winners at the 20th ESTAS Awards in October As most of you will know The ESTAS...

Three members of the Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners take a brief look at some of the trials and tribulations awaiting...

In this interview, Riccardo Dawson, Chief Operating Officer at Alto and Chris Hutchinson, CEO of Canopy discuss the benefits of their...

A London agent is looking to make Halloween unforgettable with a captivating window display that's sending shivers down spines. Location Location has...

In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving property industry, it’s essential that forward-thinking agents strive for innovation through PropTech to improve processes, save...

The cities of Liverpool, Nottingham and Manchester have enjoyed the biggest house price rises since pre-Covid. Despite interest rates at a 13-year...

Keir Starmer’s announcement about building on the Green Belt attracted some contentious headlines. It immediately thrust housing and planning into the...

Changes to consumer behaviour usually arrive in waves. Most of the time these waves are small. They drive minimal impact, with...

New research from an estate agency attempts to quantify what most of the industry already knows - that prospective buyers won’t...

Open Property Group has carried out research which looks into where UK homeowners are moving to and if there is a...

The most highly-rated agents in the UK have been revealed. Comparison website allAgents has unveiled the winners of its 2023 People Awards. These...

In the fiercely competitive property industry, staying ahead of the game is essential for thriving and achieving success. That's where the...

Agents have been showing there is more to being charitable than just donating money. This weeks charitable exploits have a big focus...

Following publication of the Renter’s Reform Bill and the media coverage surrounding it, many agents and their landlords will understandably have...

Agency brands including Hamptons and Savills as well as property developer London Square have sponsored gardens at this week’s Chelsea Flower...

As an estate or letting agent, you may already know that having a strong online presence is crucial for success in...

The nation may have been glued to their screens watching the Coronation or at various street parties during the Bank Holiday...

An estate agent is getting into the royal spirit ahead of the Coronation this weekend. Phipps and Pritchard, which covers Worcestershire, Kidderminster,...

From Million Dollar Listing to Selling Sunset, we’re used to seeing real estate reality TV in full force on Netflix. Whilst...

  It's not often that I have sympathy for our glorious leaders – those who set the rules by which we all...

I’ve found myself in contemplative mode this week, looking forward to the future and remembering times past. In the immediate future –...

The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is the direct result of European Legislation. They were introduced because of the Energy Performance of...

Agents and property professionals are spreading plenty of charitable love ahead of Valentine's Day. See some of the inspirational examples below. Whatever the...

Agents and property professionals have kicked off the year by supporting a range of causes. Whatever the cause you are working for,...

Agents are marking a record breaking 2022 for fundraising and are hoping to attract more funds for charitable causes during the...

Plenty of inspirational examples of fundraising activities by agents and property professionals have been coming in from the end of 2022. Whatever...

A plethora of property professionals are ending the year with new jobs. If you want your jobs or appointments news to feature...

Agents have been spreading plenty of festive cheer as the year comes to an end, supporting foodbanks and a variety of...

A chartered surveyor has highlighted 15 ‘crimes against property’ in a new book that aims to prevent owners from damaging the...

Agents haven't let the festive season get in the way of supporting good causes, and there is a big focus on...

By David Boughtflower Business Analyst at Reapit, 14 years in Residential Sales and Lettings Having entered estate agency in the eye of the...

From singing to dressing as superheroes, there are plenty of inspirational examples of agents raising money for good causes this week. Whatever...

Agents at Winkworth’s Ealing and Acton branch have been getting into the Christmas spirit with a nicely branded Christmas tree at...

The only certainty at the moment is that we are living in a period of uncertainty. The challenges facing the property...

There have been plenty of heart-warming examples of agents supporting their local communities and charities this week, from sleep-outs to donations. Whatever...

Automated rental payment specialists PayProp recently held a high-profile event in London - PayProp Connect - which included a number of...

Estate Agent Today publisher Angels Media and Facebook expert Paul Long have teamed up to launch a new social media lead...

It has been another busy month for job moves in the estate agency sector. Here are some of the latest moves that...

It’s beginning to feel a lot like… ok we will stop there but if you are already getting into the Christmas...

From singing and dancing to charitable support and sponsorships, agents have shown that there are plenty of ways to raise money...

The World Cup is set to kick off in Qatar this weekend and Estate Agent Today has compiled a team of...

Agents have been getting into the Christmas spirit and recognising the colder weather when it comes to charity this week. Whatever the...

Hybrid self-employed agency brand eXp UK has revealed the first three recipients of its new ICON Awards programme. The ICON scheme offers...

Estate Agent Today was named Trade Publication of the Year at the Property Press Awards last night. The title beat tough competition...

Regional estate agent Miles & Barr is showing its support for the home nations at this month’s World Cup with free...

The property industry often gets a bad rep, despite all the work that agents and others in the sector do for...

Agents have been showing there is more to being charitable than just donating money. This weeks charitable exploits have a big focus...

Given their leading role in the recent upfront information revolution, interest in the work of the National Trading Standards Estate &...

What’s the difference between Centralised Ledger Technology and Decentralised Ledger Technology? Repeat after me; centralised and decentralised ledgers and Distributed Ledger Technology...

It has been a busy week for food bank collections as the temperature drops. Here are some of the ways property professionals...

Increasing numbers of complaints about agents are being resolved without formal investigation but issues are becoming more complex, The Property Ombudsman...

OnTheMarket has agreed an exclusive partnership with industry marketing provider NicheCom, to supply the portal’s agents across England and Wales with...

There have been plenty of new jobs being started outside of Wesminster this month. Here are some of the latest moves that...

The temperature may be cooling outside but there is plenty of charitable warmth being shown by estate agents. Whatever the cause you...

Prime estate agent John D Wood & Co is getting into the Halloween spirit with its property listings. The brand is revelling...

It’s the oddest thing. Surely, the most fundamental requirement of an estate agent having won an instruction, is to get it...

From bake sales to beach clean-ups, there have been plenty of ways that agents have been giving back for good causes...

A variety of charities have received support from the property industry over the past week, from on land to under the...

Beresfords recently hosted its annual summer party and awards ceremony to recognise and celebrate outstanding levels of achievement and dedication shown...

Estate agents need to concentrate on quality marketing more than ever before as mortgage interest rates rise and lenders become ever...

There are no signs of a post-summer lull in the property jobs market. Here are some of the latest moves that took...

Agents have been putting their hands in their pockets and getting active for plenty of good causes over the past week. If...

Good estate agents are always busy, we get that, but the constant juggling of tasks that could be outsourced to others...

Transforming your living room into an eco-friendly space not only benefits your health and wellbeing, but the planet too. It can...

With sustainability and eco-friendliness becoming more important by the minute, new research has suggested significant amounts of carbon could be saved...

High-end global property firm Savills has unveiled a major new multi-channel creative platform for its residential business. The agency says it will...

One of the particular characteristics of the property market is how it brings contrasting professions together. From estate agents to conveyancers,...

There is a big walking theme to this week's charity exploits, showing you don't have to break too much of a...

OnTheMarket has relaunched and rebranded its proptech subsidiary teclet. It will now be called OnTheMarket Software, underlining the portal’s shift to offer...

From golf swings, to running and rowing, there is an active theme to this week's fundraising exploits. If there are charitable endeavours...

Independent estate agency Hat and Home has opened its third branch just 18 months after launching the business. Hat and Home launched...

First off, my own quick tribute to the Queen, who died on Thursday afternoon aged 96. Despite her age and declining...

Leaders Romans Group (LRG) has opened its first sustainable branch in Kemptown, Brighton City Centre. The Leaders-branded office has been completely refurbished...

Choosing the right technology platform for your agency is hard. Getting it wrong is easy. The last thing you need is to...

Empty nesters may be considering downsizing their home this September as their children set off to university, whilst other downsizers are...

I came across something which genuinely shocked me the other day. It was research showing that 1.7 per cent of homes listed...

The property jobs market hasn't taken a summer holiday this month. Here are some of the latest moves that took place during...

It's been a busy period of fundraising and volunteering for agents and property professionals. Support has included getting one charity back on...

Hundreds of homes reaching portals for sale with no supporting photos, research suggests. Estate agent media provider Giraffe360 analysed current sales stock...

Agents and property professionals haven't let the summer holidays slow down their fundraising efforts. If there are charitable endeavours you think the...

A well-known local agency in Kent is turning 100 this year.   Starting out in Gillingham in 1922, Wards is now based...