OnTheMarket to launch new OnTheRecord podcast
OnTheMarket says that its CEO, Jason Tebb, will speak to ‘leading figures’ in the sector and share ‘unique insights’ into the industry's ongoing transformation.
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Letting agency moves towards greater inclusion for tenants with accessible housing needs
The company is the first letting agency outside London to be accredited by The Accessible Lettings Scheme.
EYE NEWSFLASH: The much-anticipated Bichard RICS Review recommends sweeping changes at the institution
Lord Bichard said in his report that the need for change at RICS is “urgent” and “unarguable”.
Estate agency announces latest acquisition as it eyes growth
The deal will see all staff at the estate agency retained.
Expanding firm completes takeover of rival’s estate agency business
Celebrating over 40 years, the estate agency has now got four residential sales offices.
Scrapping the mortgage market affordability test ‘is not as reckless as it may sound’
The Bank of England said yesterday that its Financial Policy Committee will withdraw so-called mortgage market affordability test, which could mitigate the impact of higher interest rates.
What could the Renters Reform White Paper mean for letting agents and landlords?
From abolishing S21 to overhauling tenancy agreements to establishing both a property portal and a separate renters’ ombudsman, the policy paper’s impact on the industry could be seismic.
Beauchamp Estates sells former prime minister’s £19.7m townhouse
This year, the top five locations for super-prime deals are Knightsbridge, St John’s Wood, Kensington, Belgravia and Chelsea.
Ministers urged to address shrinking PRS as landlords sell up
Propertymark surveyed more than 400 letting agents across the UK.
Well-known estate agent launches luxury property book
Anthology has been produced by Harriet Woods, marketing manager at Beauchamp Estates, with content contributions from Gary Hersham and Jeremy Gee.
Planned amendments to Renters’ Reform Bill risks ‘driving up rents’
The government’s proposals to shake up the Renters’ Reform Bill risks driving up rents and reducing tenants’ rights, it is claimed.
John D Wood & Co. opens new HQ in central London
John D Wood & Co. has opened its new headquarters in Belgravia on their 150th year of trading.
Property industry reacts to Rightmove House Price Index
Growing economic uncertainty and increasing mortgage costs are yet to adversely affect activity levels, but it could only be a matter of time before market sentiment starts to buckle.
Franchisees unite to complete independent agency acquisition
This deal highlights one of the potential benefits of being part of a national network.
The value of a good agent ‘shouldn’t be underestimated’
Agents’ expertise and experience will be needed to hold complex chains together and maintain buyer and seller motivations throughout the coming months.
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Propertymark announces new ambassadors; Kayleigh Sylvester joins KFH; Cluttons reveals senior hire
The industry suddenly has ‘an avalanche of new detail and fresh proposals to contend with’
The Renters’ Reform Bill proposals have been announced in the government's Fairer Private Rented Sector White Paper.
Property tax take increases 65% in three years
Within this overall figure the percentage of tax paid by landlords, property investors, and second homeowners has risen by 70.3% since May 2019.
EA Masters 2022 to launch this week with a virtual opening ceremony
EA Masters 2022: ‘A New Dawn’ will begin with a virtual opening ceremony on Thursday.
House price growth set to slow to 5%, says Rightmove
Price of property coming to market hits a fifth consecutive record of £368,614, albeit only up by a modest 0.3% in the month, as the pace of price growth slows.