PropTech firm integrates Google Maps and Street View into virtual viewings
Agents can now “show and tell” much more effectively in describing the selling points of specific locations or neighbourhoods.
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Industry reaction to biggest house price increase since 2014
The stamp duty holiday in England introduced in July 2020 has helped to fuel a sharp rise in property prices, as buyers rush to take advantage of the saving.
Low-deposit mortgages make a comeback
Options for those with a 10% deposit have improved greatly over recent months.
Chancellor urged to get a grip of the rent debt crisis
A joint statement has been issued by Propertymark, the NRLA, Big Issue, Ride Out Recession Alliance, Crisis, Citizens Advice, Joseph Rowntree Foundation, Money Advice Trust, The Mortgage Works, Nationwide Building Society, StepChange Debt Charity and Shelter.
Webinar to offer advice for agents managing rent arrears
John Paul, CEO at the Castledene Group, will be delivering a webinar this morning.
Six-week extension to stamp duty holiday could benefit 160,000 transactions
If 160,000 transactions made it through, buyers would collectively save around £1bn, says Rightmove.
New property taxes could threaten the supply of affordable housing
Two new property taxes have been announced by housing secretary Robert Jenkins.
Opinion: How will Leaders Romans Group manage their debt mountain?
Another agent to flag up big losses is Yopa.
Self-employed estate agency model grows to more than 150 agents in UK
The agents trade under their own personal name and earn a minimum of 70% of the commission they generate.