Four in 10 estate agents disappointed by Labour government so far
The government’s pledge to build more homes has been described as 'admirable'
Marc da Silva
RICS launches guide for retrofitting homes
According to RICS, there is an increasing public interest in retrofitting as more people seek to keep costs down with energy-efficient home installations
Property industry reacts to fall in UK house prices
Halifax customers completed more house sales in March than in January and February combined, including the busiest single day on record
Street steps in to take advantage of Rentman software issues
Estate and letting agency CRM provider increases onboarding capacity to allow fast-tracking of support for any agency adversely affected by Rentman disruption
Well-established franchise acquires independent estate agency
Purchase marks a powerful addition to the business
Demand for UK property from international buyers hits record low
The case for buying a home, particularly in Prime Central London, has become increasingly tenuous for some international buyers
Estate agency expands with new franchise office
Estate agent previously worked at Dexters and Knight Frank before making the move to launch his own business
The Guild launches six-part video series on the Renters’ Rights Bill
The new video series is designed to support agency members and their landlords on the Renters' Rights Bill
Prime London rents increase
Knight Frank issues its latest data on the prime London sales and lettings property markets
Free webinar for agents in advance of new sanctions
The hour-long webinar will take place on Thursday
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Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Aberdein Considine appoints national estate agency director; Cooper and Tanner announces staff promotions; Experienced estate agent partners with TAUK
Humberts seeks new franchise owner for well-established office
The franchise office has been operating for more than 30 years
Zoopla launches new marketing campaign
The property website is hoping to take advantage of the traditionally busy spring market - watch the TV ad here
Joint consultation on Loan to Income flow limit threshold for mortgage lenders
The consultation is open for feedback for five weeks until 7 May 2025
Rental yields showing signs of stabilisation
Positive data for landlords and much can be put down to the continued demand-supply imbalance
Chestertons extend long-standing polo partnership with five-year contract renewal
The new agreement continues the longest running sponsorship partnership
Estate agency director fined after damp and mould complaint
The estate agent did not respond to the local authority, and he also failed to appear at court
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Andrews Property Group reshapes executive team; Knight Frank bolsters lettings division; Loop Software announces leadership changes
Renters’ Rights Bill delay causing ‘needless uncertainty’ for landlords and tenants
The NRLA is urging the government to tell landlords and tenants when measures in the Renters’ Rights Bill will take effect