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It’s tempting to think that Michael Gove’s proposed clampdown on Airbnb-style short lets is a uniquely British form of small-mindedness, part...

It’s taken eight years but one of London’s highest profile estate agencies says the value of its Under Offer pipeline has...

Almost one in five vendors admit to having failed to disclose disputes with neighbours to prospective buyers when selling their home,...

Winkworth has revealed that it has not renewed franchises on offices “where our standards were not being met and results were...

When we talk in general terms about the UK housing market, we tend to draw a picture of generality. Facts and figures...

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

Average house prices fell on a monthly basis for the first time since September 2023 during March as higher mortgage rates...

Property and finance professional Alan Lai has been confirmed as the new owner of Martin & Co’s branches in Caterham and...

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

Sales agreed among Propertymark members hit a four-month high in February but the agency trade body has warned of a quieter...

A well-known Surrey estate agent has rebranded. Burns & Webber is rebranding to adopt its parent company’s name Curchods. The four Burns &...

Borrowers are currently rolling off relatively favourable two-year fixed-rate deals agreed at the start of 2022, but the pain from higher...

Spicerhaart's top performers have been honoured at an awards ceremony showcasing the agency brand’s culture. The 2024 Elevate Awards were hosted by...

Both 'beauty' and ‘gentle density’ are central themes of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).. The notes which accompany the NPPF state...

The UK Government should make better use of property taxes to deter foreign buyers, boost property supply and raise tax revenue,...

North Berwick in East Lothian, has been named the best place to live in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live...

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured agreements from eight freeholders to remove “problematic ground rent” terms from leases. The competition...

In this latest article from the team at Iceberg Digital, they discuss the evolution of  Estate Agency Software. For a long...

Now the dust has settled on what many described as an ‘underwhelming’ Budget, we take a look at what two business...

The CEO of leading Scottish property portal ESPC, Paul Hilton shares why a discerning pricing strategy can improve the prospects of...

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

Much of the focus may have been on the Spring Budget this week but a variety of charities have received support from...

Renting a flat or house in the UK has never been more difficult. The market is tight, supply is limited and...

I was chatting to a genuine city gent the other day (someone who has enjoyed a career in suits, ties, shares...

The CEO of leading Scottish property portal ESPC shares why a discerning pricing strategy can improve the prospects of your property...

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

An estate agency based in the heart of one of the UK’s largest Jewish communities has faced backlash after one of its...

Homeowners with mortgages have seen the highest increase in household costs over recent months, official data suggests. The latest Household Costs Index...

Fine & Country is gearing up to host its International Annual Conference and Awards Gala titled ‘Dare to be Iconic’.  The event...

In my last Natter, I recounted the story of how Angels media bounced back from the 2008 financial crisis by launching...

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

From medieval castles to Elizabethan manor houses, Georgian townhouses and Victorian terraces, the UK’s historic buildings are central to our country’s...

Did you manage to make it through the month without reaching for the bottle to console yourself.  No, I’m not enquiring if...

Five years ago, Lettings expert, Tim Lawler, wrote an article for Estate Agent Today charting his early experiences of setting up...

In 1999 (yep) I set up some websites thinking I could generate leads from everyone in the world. I had an...

Agents are becoming more confident about a busy Spring market after the Bank of England held interest rates for the fourth...

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

The benefits for letting agents to outsource their client accounting is well documented, however with an increasing number of options available,...

Mortgage rates may be falling but tougher lending criteria is stifling many borrowers, including high earners. Research by Investec has found the...

Sir Simon Clarke’s call for Rishi Sunak to be ousted from Downing Street may well express what many of his MP...

The Government’s latest attempt to bolster the property appears to be 1% deposit mortgages. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is reported to be considering...

Like millions of others, I watched in open-mouthed astonishment as details emerged about the Post Office scandal. I knew a little bit about...

Welcome to this week’s Agents Do Charity, our chance to salute those who do so much to help others. If your agency...

More residential properties went under the hammer last year but a smaller proportion sold, industry figures show. Data from the Essential Information...

After months of negative messaging and anti-development sentiment, espoused both nationally by the Government, and locally during May’s local election campaigning,...

As 2024 progresses, I expect to see an increase in the role that estate agents play in local communities. Once perceived...

The Register of Overseas Entities has hit the 30,000 registration milestone. The register, which is administered by Companies House, came into force...

Landowners seeking to sell their land for development will have to adjust their expectations as the market, the planning system and...

There are now less than 40 days until self-employed property professionals will need to submit their self-assessment tax return, and pay...

Redbrik Estate Agents is celebrating exchanging on a transaction in just eight days. The milestone was achieved using its SecureMove service, which...

A Newbury estate agent is looking to sleigh the competition with its festive-themed branch window display this Christmas. Hillier & Wilson has...

Agents have been warned to be wary about the resurgence of Purplebricks. It comes after the online brand was taken over by...

The factor most likely to influence the housing market next year is entirely outside the industry’s control: the General Election. Knight Frank...

The Bank of England maintained interest rates at 5.25% yesterday, raising hope among agents that this would boost buyer confidence and...

Forget the King’s Speech, Zoopla is hoping for a Christmas Day boost with the launch of its new marketing campaign. The portal...

Two London firms have been expelled from The Property Ombudsman (TPO) for failing to pay compensation to consumers. This brings the total...

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

OnTheMarket (OTM) can still pursue its original aims of challenging the duopoly in the property portal market, its chief executive Jason...

A former director of Southampton-based property brand White & Guard has launched his own estate agency in Hampshire. Rob Rowe has unveiled Rowe...

One of the most heart-warming parts of my job is having the privilege to be the patron of Agents Giving, the...

Fraud in the lettings industry is reaching unprecedented heights. Now, more than ever, there is a need for a revolution in...

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

Welcome to this week’s Agents Do Charity, our chance to salute those who do so much to help others. If your agency...

The number of agents reporting listings selling for under asking price has hit its highest level this year as Propertymark warns...

SmartSearch looks at the importance of incorporating Source of Funds checks into KYC processes It is no secret that the UK property...

Swimming pools, both indoor and outdoor, his and her bathrooms, accommodation for staff, and endless tech-powered gadgets are just some of...

Welcome to this week’s Agents Do Charity, our chance to salute those who do so much to help others. If your agency...

A lawyer has called for Help to Buy to be resurrected in the Autumn Statement. Paul Sams, head of property at Dutton...

The number of lenders offering sub-5% mortgage deals has doubled in the past month in a sign that the cost of...

Digital transformation is now happening at a monumental pace, and dependence on technology is growing to new heights. In fact, the...

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...

The Propertymark Trust is offering grants to agents and family members affect by Storm Ciaran. The Met Office has issued almost 200...

It’s that time of year already: Halloween’s happened, Bonfire Night’s blown itself out, and there’s now a feast of festivities leading...

Fine & Country is embarking on its Autumn Regional Tour this month. This events across the UK bring together industry professionals, business...

Propertymark has given its backing to commitments from the Housing Minister on the long-awaited next steps of leasehold reform. Timothy Douglas, head...

The number of mortgage approvals for home purchase hit an eight-month low during September, Bank of England data shows. Mortgage data from...

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

The Guild of Property Professionals has announced eight new members to its network of independent agents. One is George F White in...

A new analysis of the housing market has assessed 50 cities in the UK to establish which is best for first...

The latest market snapshot from Propertymark suggests a more pessimistic view of the market. The trade body’s latest Housing Insight report says...

The final tickets are on sale for next month’s Agency Excellence Summit. The event takes place at the Manchester Piccadilly Hotel on...

London and the Home Counties have topped the list of ‘hotspots’ for potential house sales, according to a new Pre Mover...

Average asking prices have increased as usual between September and October but at the slowest rate since 2008, Rightmove has revealed. The...

A lack of barriers to entry for estate agents is attracting poor performing and unscrupulous people to the sector, professionals have...

UK estate agents receive the lowest sales commission across eight of the world’s biggest property markets, new research suggests. The analysis suggests...

Savills has expanded its residential sales teams in south west London with the appointment of two associate directors. Oliver Morley joins as...

The number of first-time buyers has fallen this year but the proportion of sales to this cohort remains the same due...

An index of prime London properties suggests buyers standing back as economic uncertainty reaches the upper levels of the market. The Prime...

Check out some of the latest charitable endeavours from agency and property brands this week. If you have a charitable event or...

Agency media brand Made Snappy 360 has launched a free smartphone photography course for estate agents. It claims to bring industry photography...

The number of homes going under offer within 30 days of listing has dropped from 54% to 38% as buyers become...

Twenty-minute neighbourhoods, 15-minute cities, low traffic neighbourhoods, walkable neighbourhoods: these concepts are suddenly everywhere. They boil down to a simple idea:...

Check out some of the latest charitable endeavours from agency and property brands this week. If you have a charitable event or...

Estate agency has changed. No longer is it required to sit in a high street office working the old way. Provide a...

Marketing expert Simon Leadbetter has recommended that Purplebricks absorb its owner’s brand to consolidate its market position.  Leadbetter, former group marketing director...

Mortgage searches on behalf of borrowers using gifted equity or making a concessionary purchase from a family member rose by 75%...

The Government is facing calls to resurrect the Help to Buy Equity Loan scheme. The housing support scheme, which provided a Government-backed...

Savills has launched a new multi-media advertising campaign focusing on the role of emotion in moving home whatever the life stage. The...

When moving abroad, many people weigh up the pros and cons of renting or purchasing their own property.  In its new survey,...