Well-established estate agency under new ownership
The agency's previous owner has retired after 12 years with the business
Marc da Silva
Leaders Romans Group announces major rebrand
LRG says this rebrand is not merely a change of name; it is a transformation in service delivery and strategic positioning
Well-known franchisee completes third acquisition
Agency owner explains that she sees acquisitions as key to expanding her operation
New report highlights estate agents’ performance trends
The study delved into various aspects of estate agents' performance
Shadow chancellor suggests rent caps could be introduced under Labour government
A report commissioned by Labour proposed rent controls, arguing that payments should not rise faster than local prices or wages
First-time buyers take centre stage when it comes to moving home
First-time buyers currently account for the majority all purchasers in the housing market while downsizing is currently in decline
Local authorities share short-term let concerns with Michael Gove in letter
In a letter to the housing secretary, local authorities say they are worried about losing permanent housing stock
More than one in seven home buyers using funds from overseas
Estate agents encouraged to ensure that they do not miss potential red flags to protect against money laundering
Property industry reacts to Rightmove House Price Index
Spring heading into summer is traditionally a busy time for the housing market and these latest figures suggest it is a good time for sellers to place their property on the market
Estate agent in new Netflix reality show seeks to capitalise on TV exposure
Estate agent wants to maximise the broadcast opportunity through fame-building PR and social media campaign to promote him and his estate agency
Rightmove rolls out new fields for material information parts B & C
The updates are being rolled out over the next few weeks
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Strutt & Parker makes senior appointments; JLL strengthens prime central London residential team; PropCall names new head of operations
Well-established agency moves to new larger premises
After 25 years in their now former premises, the independent letting agency moved to a new office this week
Nine in ten tenants renewing existing contract face rent hike
Tenants renewing an existing contract over the past 12 months have generally seen their rent rise outpacing rental growth on a newly let property
Asking prices hit record high as estate agents respond to improving market
The housing market remains price-sensitive
EA Masters nominated for prestigious awards
Now in its eighth year, EA Masters is a celebration of the best estate and letting agents in the country,
New digital twin technology tailored for estate agents
Telecommunications firm develops technology that operates 24/7 to assist home buyers with their inquiries at any time
Propertymarks calls for agent regulation as part of Renters’ Reform Bill
The legislation, once passed, will initiate the biggest change to the private rented sector since the 1980s
More than 18,000 orders for eviction as homelessness concerns grow
There has been a sharp rise in mortgage possession claims
Rightmove to host FCS compliance AML webinar next week
Agents can now register for the upcoming webinar