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Zoopla says its continued investment in innovation is driving tangible benefits for agents.

Estate agent welcomes new opportunity.

IT service provider says that too many SME estate agencies do not invest in IT security or on the right security.

Estate and letting agencies are being encouraged to embrace and utilise livestream viewings, even as society now fully opens up again. 

It has been a busy year for the expanding hybrid franchise owner.

The largest single fine recorded for a letting agent is £167,000.

The traditional summer lull looks unlikely, as the housing market activity continues to move at pace.

The biggest white collar boxing event ever brought to the property industry returns!

Mark Hayward, Propertymark’s chief policy adviser: “Transparency across the property sector is vital for best practice.”

David Stewart, Group chief executive: “LSL performed strongly in the first half of 2021”.

The Group says that it ‘continues to look for investment and acquisition opportunities’. 

Toby Milbank worked for Strutt & Parker, while Tom Robinson was employed by Knight Frank.

The deal has been completed for an undisclosed sum.

The two bodies have told their respective memberships that they are planning to merge.

Barbon Insurance Group has added to its existing lettings brands, Let Alliance and HomeLet.

Peter Grant, chairman and chief executive at Openview: “The temporary video and online measure has been a success in the property industry.”  

Fixflo was recently acquired by Aareon AG.

Local authorities have been accused of not making full and proper use of their powers.

Paula Craig, supported by Andrea Fawell, is hoping to become the first person with a complete spinal cord injury to swim the English Channel without a wetsuit.

These results include the profits generated by Countrywide since its acquisition on 8 March 2021.

Sales, lettings and financial services contribute to results well ahead of expectations

The company will offer a full lettings service after 30 years in sales.

Experienced estate agent joins the Fine & Country network.

Nima Ghasri, director at Good Move: “When purchasing a property, the jargon used by estate agents can be somewhat confusing if people are not regularly buying, selling or renting.”

Mary-Anne Bowring, group managing director at Ringley: “Fire safety is no longer a fringe concern.”

Keller Williams UK analysed the latest sold prices data across the market in England and Wales.

Agents told to prepare for greater demand.

Matthew Goddard at Reapit: “Fraud is a serious issue for the property industry.”

The UK domestic tourism and hospitality markets have seen high levels of occupancy.

Gavin Wallace, director of Perry Bishop: “We hope that the front of property displays will lift spirits and hearts.”