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Estate agent earnings remain behind other salary and incentive based professions despite helping with sales of such an expensive asset when...

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

House prices dipped on a monthly basis during March but annual growth improved, Nationwide data shows. The latest Nationwide House Price Index...

The share of homes purchased by first-time buyers so far this year has been pushed to record levels, but most are...

Many agents may perceive that the need to negotiate only comes into play at the point of offer if a property...

A baby born today will need to earn £95,121 to get on the property ladder, research suggests. The analysis forecasts that the...

Any estate agency will have noticed the rise of the “personal agent” in the industry, with interesting propositions from eXp, The...

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

A network uniting ethical estate agents has officially launched today with 25 members. The Ethical Agent Network (EAN) is led by industry...

There are often very grim snapshots of the current property crisis.  But one of the most shocking I’ve read in a long...

When is a landlord a business, and when is (s)he not a business? I’m not referring to landlords who have gone down...

Downsizers across England and Wales could unlock an average £305,090 by moving from a four bed to a two-bed home, according...

Compared with a decade ago, today's first-time buyers are older, more likely to buy with a partner and more likely to...

Compared with a decade ago, today's first-time buyers are older, more likely to buy with a partner and more likely to...

Average house prices rose between December and January but a rapid rebound is unlikely, Nationwide has warned. The latest Nationwide House Price...

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

Happy New Year and welcome to what’s looking like a busy - perhaps even hectic - 2024! I thought it worth running...

The news in September that Birmingham City Council (‘Europe’s largest local authority’) had been forced to issue a Section 114 notice...

Average house prices ended 2023 down 1.8%, according to Nationwide. The lender’s December House Price Index, based on its own mortgage lending...

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

This year has seen an ongoing cost-of-living crisis, fluctuating mortgage rates, rising rents, and the threat of falling property prices. Although average...

House prices are set to fall further next year, two major lenders claim. The house prices indices of Halifax and Nationwide have...

The Able Agent has launched a Consumer Protection Regulations (CPR) guidance short course to support agents amid new Trading Standards material...

There has no doubt been many commenting on Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s recent Autumn Statement held a couple of weeks ago. We...

There has no doubt been many commenting on Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s recent Autumn Statement held a couple of weeks ago. We...

Alto has unveiled a new integration with Bridge AI – a system designed to streamline communication with applicants through their preferred...

It was actor Charlies Sheen who said: ‘I have one speed. I have one gear. Go!’ The same might not be said...

Nationwide has called for an independent review of the first-time buyer market as it urges the Chancellor to boost support for...

When Chancellor Jeremy Hunt gets to his feet on Wednesday to deliver his Autumn Statement, he should consider offering support to...

The role of a residential landlord has changed considerably over the years. What was once a relatively straightforward means of generating...

By Kevin Shaw, National Sales, Managing Director, Leaders Romans Group This year has seen an ongoing cost-of-living crisis, fluctuating mortgage rates, rising...

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

By Jashoda Pindoria, Head of Self Assessment Operations, HMRC Self Assessment need not be daunting with HMRC’s simple steps on getting started....

Nationwide has cautioned property market commentators about being too optimistic as its own house price index showed average prices surprisingly rose...

Zoopla is warning that there will be further house price falls in 2024 on top of the 4.5 per cent drop...

By Kevin Shaw, National Sales Managing Director, Leaders Romans Group As the cost-of-living crisis continues to impact the UK, many of us...

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

As the UK economy faces a period of uncertainty characterised by a cost of living crisis and soaring inflation rates, many...

Propertymark has urged the Treasury to do more to alleviate the cost of living crisis for those on low-income budgets, reduce...

An opinion piece by Sam Reynolds, CEO of Zero Deposit Just weeks ago, the Bank of England brought a halt to its...

It's emerged that Homes England and HMRC have explored possible fraud within the Help to Buy Equity Loan Scheme. This formed part of...

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

The Good Estate Agent hybrid agency franchise has taken to the skies by diversifying into travel. While some agents may be looking...

Who are you and what does it say on your business card? My name is Jake Gann and my business card says...

A Labour council has revealed that it’s bought 15 open market homes, beefed up  their energy efficiency and will use them...

Keller Williams UK (KWUK) is set to hold its largest ever UK event.  The KWUK Megacamp will take place at the VUE cinema in...

A fifth of homeowners are considering moving somewhere cheaper due to the cost of living crisis, KPMG has revealed. The firms latest,...

In his latest column Jonathan Rolande reacts to the shock but much-needed pause in interest rate rises. I suspect you, like me,...

Homeowners are increasingly looking to properties that can either boost income or to offer a better work/life balance – without the...

Estate agency group My Property Box has launched a financial services arm to provide clients with a one-stop shop. Having gained the...

In his latest column Jonathan Rolande explains how those working in the property can best navigate the challenges the market is...

House prices won’t fall by as much as the 1990s and 2008 financial crashes but it will take until 2025 for...

I'll start with a confession. I am not an estate agent - I'm a marketer. But since I joined the industry...

House prices have fallen at the steepest rate since 2009, Halifax data shows. The latest Halifax House Price Index for August suggests...

House prices fell at their fastest rate since July 2009 last month, according to Nationwide.  The lender’s latest House Price Index shows...

Preston Baker has launched a new partner model to help estate agents start their own business in the property world. The new...

The term mixed-tenure development usually refers to residential developments where different residential tenures are provided on the same site. Typically, tenure was...

Mortgage lending has dropped and buyers are no longer stretching their affordability limits, UK Finance claims. New data from the banking trade...

Housing affordability is improving but the benefits are being offset by high mortgage rates, Halifax claims. Analysis by the lender found the...

In his latest column Jonathan Rolande explains why estate agents shouldn’t be distracted by the latest house price index figures. Nobody reading...

In his latest column Jonathan Rolande explains why estate agents need to ditch selling techniques and brush up on persuasion to...

Over recent years, as successive governments have tightened lettings legislation and increased the tax burden on landlords, some with investment properties...

Agents and property professionals have expressed hopes that rates have peaked after latest rise Iin the cost of borrowing. The Bank of...

Belvoir has reported revenue growth for the first half of 2023 despite “challenging market conditions,” with its lettings performance offsetting lower...

The Property Franchise Group (TPFG) has said its multiple income streams will help it navigate the uncertain markets after it revealed...

House prices dipped at their fastest rate since 2009 last month, new data shows. The latest Nationwide House Price Index revealed average...

The National Association of Property Buyers’ Jonathan Rolande gives his latest take on the property market. Having just got back from holiday, I am...

Like most parts of the UK, the one I live in has a bit of a beef about parking. More precisely,...

Only the top 10% of income earners can afford an average house with less than five years of income in England,...

Shares in Foxtons rose 3.42% yesterday off the back of its interim results. The London agent’s half-year update shows while lettings revenue...

A recent poll of 11,000 private renters by SpareRooom reveals that 81% spend more than 30% of their take-home pay on...

OnTheMarket has admitted to shareholders that the cancellation of agent contracts has been “higher than expected”. In results from the company issued...

More than half of prospective homebuyers looking for a new location to move to want to be within a 20-minute walk...

New research aims to address the age-old debate of which generation has it worse when it comes to housing affordability. Quick-buy firm...

Annual house price growth remained negative in June as mortgage rates hit buyer budgets but there is still a chance of...

Rightmove has revealed details of a series of webinars throughout July for agents that are focused on legislation and compliance. A number...

The hit to the economy from soaring mortgage rates will be equivalent to a 2p income tax hike, new analysis by...

Homeowners face paying an extra £3,000 for their mortgage next year, new research suggests. Analysis from the Resolution Foundation thintank suggests that...

When it comes to the usage, and benefits of, providing upfront material information to all those involved in the home buying...

The value of mortgage lending has slumped to its lowest level since the second quarter of 2020, Bank of England data...

In an exclusive interview with Estate Agent Today, Simon Coaker, Sales & Marketing Director of Desert Springs Resort, shared captivating insights into...

It’s no secret – 2023 is a difficult year for the property industry. While rising rents should lead to increased income...

Two major agency brands used their annual general meetings (AGM) yesterday to outline a positive view of the property market, with...

It’s a tough old road for today’s first-time buyers, with house prices and mortgage interest rates much higher than they were...

The property market appears to have stalled in April and May, with official data showing a dip in house prices and...

Cooling house prices are resulting in the average estate agent losing around £441 of per month, research suggests. Hybrid agent Nested has...

Toscafund Asset Management chief economist Savvas Savouri has slammed the use of ‘outdated metrics’ when measuring the housing market. The investment firm...

With rising mortgage rates and the cost of living expected to be the biggest cause of a slowdown in the housing...

Property Webmasters has launched an overseas property opportunity for its estate agency clients to earn ‘passive income.’ The website and marketing tools...

Shares in Winkworth rose close to their recent highs yesterday despite the agency franchise brand reporting a drop in revenues and...

THE PROPERTY market continues to hold pretty firm - despite fears voiced by many that 2023 would herald a crash in...

New 2023 research from Open Property Group found that just 41% of homes in England meet the recommended Energy Performance Certificate...

A financial adviser has hit out at the Bank of England, claiming homeowners and business should be furious about its interest...

Estate agents have expressed hope that the latest interest rate rise is the last after the Bank of England increased the...

So next week we get to know how high housing is on the Government’s list of priorities. As we wait to see...

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

You don’t need me to tell you that buy to let has had a torrid time of it lately. For agents trying...

Analysis by professional cash buyer and portfolio landlord, Landlord Buyer (part of Open Property Group), has revealed what costs make up...

Rightmove has reported its second highest year for average revenue per advertiser (ARPA) despite agency branch membership dipping slightly. The portal revealed...

Annual house price growth has fallen for the first time since June 2020 and is now at its weakest level since...