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Rightmove reveals some of the trends which defined the 2025 property market, including the most searched for locations

Money markets place the odds of a December rate cut at over 90%, with lenders already slashing mortgage rates ahead of the Bank’s decision

The purchase reinforces Lomond’s strategy of partnering with established local agents and strengthens its presence in the region ahead of 2026

Mortgage rates continue on the downward trend and November was particularly fruitful for fixed rate cuts

eXp UK has celebrated its highest-achieving agents at a special awards event hosted by comedian Jimmy Carr

Stricter MEES rules put agents and brokers in the driving seat, says Reapit director

The move could reshape how the quality of homes across the UK is assessed

AI tools are becoming more commonplace in the agency sector

Letting agent and landlord fined for substandard property conditions

New survey shows majority of estate agents expect higher market activity in December

Hamptons dust off their property market crystal ball for 2026

And the winners are…

Ancillary services contributed significantly to growth

Zoopla reveals key consumer trends and buyer behaviour over the past 12 months

New data highlights significant inconsistency in court delays across the country placing huge pressure on landlords

New tier gives agent members the option to include their Gold status in marketing activity

Sales volumes have already responded to the newfound clarity

Budget brings clarity for landlords but pressure on rents grows

Nine in ten ‘grey belt’ homes approved since 2024 will be built on unspoilt Green Belt land, including prime farmland

The latest data reveals a significant drop in the number of homes being built

The group now has almost 300 estate agent branches and 37,500 lettings portfolio

Rightmove asked thousands of people across Great Britain how they feel about where they live

Unexpected rise in high value £1m+ homes in London coming onto the market

The collaboration will also allow estate agents to bid for the sales instructions on a multi-agent basis

The acquisition expands the agency’s operations in the local area

As part of the acquisition, KFH’s mortgage advisory team will join First Mortgage

The strength of the group’s franchise model and diversified revenue streams puts TPFG in a strong position

The awareness day aims to recognise the profession and celebrate the role agents play in the housing market

The event promises to cover a whole host of different sessions

Shorter-term deals favoured by first-time buyers and those remortgaging