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The predictions game can be tricky. Sometimes you just don’t know whether to stick or twist. As reported in Estate Agent Today...

Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered property search app Jitty has launched a new feature that lets buyers find their dream home by simply...

In today's rapidly evolving property market, the focus on reducing transaction times for individual properties is at an all-time high. Various...

Agency stock has hit a seven-year high but realistic pricing is essential, Zoopla warns. The portal’s latest House Price Index for August...

The new Labour government has committed to building 370,000 homes per year, but is it realistic? The housing crisis in the UK...

HSBC UK has joined forces with the Open Property Data Association (OPDA) to help improve the homebuying process through the sharing...

Hamptons has appointed Chris Randall as regional sales director, overseeing the businesses South West and West London regions.  He takes over from...

In the current rental market, where legislative changes and tax reforms loom large, many landlords are expressing doubt about the viability...

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has pledged £90,000 to the Chartered Surveyors Student Bursary Programme to support new entrants...

Super prime agency The Private Office: Real Estate is looking to score with sports stars and celebrities. It has appointed Elisha Warburton...

One key point of difference in the parties’ housing policies during the recent general election campaign was that the Conservative Party...

When I first started working as an estate agent there was one thing I never saw coming… and that was having...

Leaders Romans Group (LRG) has acquired Milton Keynes brand Alan Francis Estate Agents. The estate agency was founded in 1999 by Jeremy...

A cross-industry collaboration aims to showcase how working horizontally across key stages of the home-buying and selling journey can positively impact...

Luxury estate agent Daniel Daggers, aka #MrSuperPrime, has been named as the keynote speaker for the Propertymark Trust’s PropX fundraising event. Daggers,...

A new estate agency in Hampshire is celebrating expansion after securing more than £40m of property listings in its first half...

Now that a new government has been elected and interest rates appear to be on their way down, many buyers who...

Price premiums on waterside properties are at their lowest in five years, according to Jackson-Stops’ annual Waterside Review.  While waterside homes in...

Six out of the UK’s top 10 conveyancers are now aboard a new transactions platform that aims to speed up property...

The share price of Rightmove dropped some 6% yesterday on the back of an announcement that it was terminating the listings...

Some 74% of developers believe that the government setting targets for councils would be the key to unlocking planning issues faced...

Hamptons has announced a new international partnership that will launch the brand ‘in association with Hamptons’. The deal is with Italian agency...

A consumer group and a removals firm claims to have identified the busiest day of the year for house moves -...

SINCE the new Labour government was elected in early July, one phrase has been circulating more than any – grey belt....

The Conveyancing Association (CA) - the leading trade body for the conveyancing industry – is to host a webinar for member...

Small and medium-sized housebuilders are the key to delivering more new homes, according to Winkworth. Adam Stackhouse, head of developments and commercial investments...

There is no doubt that the residential market in the UK slumped last year. Transactions were at around 1 million, whereas...

A recent appeal decision which allowed housing development on the Hertfordshire Green Belt highlights the need for greater flexibility on locational...

Eluned Morgan is set to be named First Minister of Wales in a move backed by estate agency trade body Propertymark. Morgan...

With more than 25 years’ experience as an estate agent, Liza Daniels heads up our outsourced call service, Managed MovePal. She...

The Government will need the financial markets to play ball if its housebuilding plans are to be successful, a property expert...

NOBODY does pomp and ceremony like us Brits and, wow, it was on full display in Westminster last week. Despite the prestige...

Chestertons Global has revealed an expansion strategy as the business continues to grow its presence in key international markets. The estate agency...

Housebuilding, leasehold and rental reform are set to be key roles of the new Labour Government’s legislative agenda but agency regulation...

Propertymark has called for an end to instability over Wales’ housing policy. It comes after Welsh Labour leader and First Minister Vaughan...

Demand for energy efficient new homes is on the rise, according to recent data from Knight Frank. A recent buyer sentiment survey...

Propertymark and RICS are among industry bodies that have backed an open letter to the new Housing Secretary calling for the...

It's more than a week since we saw the removal vans enter Downing St and Labour’s promise to hit the ground...

The Single-Family Rental (SFR) sector is experiencing rapid growth in the UK, presenting a unique opportunity for local lettings and estate...

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) continue to make headlines, and unfortunately, it’s once again for the wrong reasons. A recent investigation by Which?...

Extra paperwork, poorly-resourced solicitors and a lack of upfront material information have all been cited as factors contributing to delays in...

Agency software provider Alto has integrated with fellow Houseful brand Movemnt, giving users access to the property transaction progression platform. Alto agents...

The Law Society has launched a consultation for conveyancers and legal groups on how its latest TA6 property information form should...

Propertymark is holding a webinar today covering the likely impact of the General Election on the housing market. Timothy Douglas, head of...

Under the strain of a housing crisis, the UK faces a severe shortage of affordable homes. This is further emphasised by...

Lomond has expanded further into the East Midlands with its 58th acquisition. The brand has acquired Acquire Sales and Lettings, an agent...

Property professionals have called for cross-party support and stability when it comes to housing policy under the new Labour Government after...

So, now we know. After weeks of reports predicting a Labour landslide, Keir Starmer is indeed unpacking his boxes and settling into...

So it’s a Labour landslide but it’s not like 1997. I remember the last time as if it were yesterday. May 1st, 1997....

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

Proptech firm iamproperty has launched a CRM for estate agents. A dedicated data migration and onboarding team is in place to make...

Homebuyers plan to make their homes more energy efficient in the hope of securing more favourable mortgage deals and boosting their...

As we move into the second half of the year, the property market is looking buoyant. Demand and supply are most...

In a survey with over 150 agents representing 345 branches, an AI-driven software platform has uncovered insights that dispel many common...

We frequently read about how the traditional form of urban BTR has inspired the more recent model, suburban BTR. Our own...

A variety of charities have received support from the property industry this week. If there are charitable endeavours you think the rest...

Affordability concerns are prompting many first-time buyers to consider moving more than 30 miles on average from their preferred location to...

London agency chain Dexters has reported a huge 23% rise in revenue to £181m in a statement released this morning. Profit soared...

The average first-time buyer mortgage payment has risen by 61% since the previous election year of 2019, research suggests. Analysis by Rightmove...

Women in London who are looking to get on the property ladder face significant challenges that prevent them from buying a...

Google can be a very costly source for marketing but there are ways to keep a tight lid on your budget...

Zoopla owner Houseful has launched Movemnt, described as a national home transaction infrastructure for all property professionals.  Movemnt joins the Houseful family...

Energy performance certificates (EPCs) can be riddled with inaccuracies and unhelpful advice that could cost homeowners when they come to sell...

New research reveals nearly half a million homes could be built across London on land that currently lies derelict amid a...

After much anticipation, the Labour Manifesto for ‘Change’ was launched this week. Held in Manchester the launch event included personal reflections...

A Labour frontbencher has failed to explain why the party has no plans to reform council tax based, in most cases,...

Homebuyers are being gazumped due to lengthy property chains and delays in securing a mortgage, it’s been claimed. Research from Market Financial...

I know there’s always been something of a love-hate relationship between agents and the portals. The ‘love’ comes because the portals are...

Knight Frank has announced a significant promotion in its London residential sales business.  Chelsea Whelan has been appointed regional partner for North,...

Tell us a little bit about National Home Move. We are a network of more than 60 Your Move and Reeds Rains...

Who are you and what does it say on your business card? I’m Lee O’Brien, Managing Director of iad UK. In your experience,...

Agents are invited to a webinar on how the General Election will affect the property market. Reapit and PayProp will be hosting...

Concerns around market appraisals and how offers are handled are likely to be the key industry complaints this year amid lower...

Political parties have been pretty quiet on housing policy during the General Election campaign and industry groups are hopeful that tonight’s...

Agency software provider Alto has rolled out a new artificial intelligence-powered tool to simplify creating property descriptions for agents.  Free for all...

A respected UK fund manager has hailed Rightmove as a key part of his investments to help turnaround the portfolio’s fortunes. Nick...

Home staging expert Elaine Penhaul has used her expertise to pen a new book on how to present a home for...

Consultancy We Are Unchained is expanding its 30 Years of Marketing in One Day course across the country. It follows successful marketing...

Barratt London is extending its deposit contribution scheme to thousands more key workers.   The Key Worker Deposit Contribution Scheme has been extended...

There are those in the technology sector that claim “data is the new oil”. I think they might be right, but...

Last week, the UK’s leading conveyancing services provider, LMS, announced a five- year strategic partnership with software, data and insight business,...

A new report sheds light on the future of UK town centres, presenting a roadmap for the revitalisation and repurposing of...

Estate agents were fined a total of more than £3m in the nine months to September 2023 for failing to register...

Estate agency customer service appears to be improving, a mystery shopper exercise has revealed. Market research firm KnowYourMarket has unveiled its latest...

A variety of charities have received support from the property industry this week. If there are charitable endeavours you think the rest...

If you’re thinking about becoming an Estate Agency franchise or converting your existing estate agency business to a franchise, here we...

The Federation of Independent Agents (FIA) has set a date for its annual conference. It will take place on 12 July 2024...

In the fast-paced world of property, staying top-of-mind with your clients is crucial. And what better way to do this than...

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

In the fast-evolving world of property, where every click counts and every search matters, mastering the art of Search Engine Optimisation...

The allure of Victorian architecture continues to captivate homebuyers, Rightmove suggests. Analysis by the portal shows Victorian homes are the most searched...

Managing tenant deposits is a crucial part of any letting agent’s responsibilities. Ensuring compliance with regulations and safeguarding both landlord and...

Zoopla has kicked off an eight week marketing campaign to fend off the threat of OnTheMarket and to capitalise on the...

You don’t have to be a mind-reader to believe there will be a large majority Labour government by the end of...

For most of us, estate agents are key when it comes to the biggest sales and purchases of our lives. With the...

An influential consumer body is demanding a complete overhaul of Energy Performance Certificates. Which? says that with millions of households across the...

Prominent housing and mortgage experts are downplaying the chance of an interest rate cut following the Bank of England monetary policy...

The ValPal Network has partnered with agency software provider Street.co .uk. This will facilitate the integration of Street’s CRM with TVPN’s lead...

Choosing the right prospecting software can be the difference between finishing the year on a high or finishing it below target. Although...

Sky News is reporting that up to 30 Conservative MPs are threatening to rebel against the government’s approach to ground rents...