Why politicians should focus on licensing not qualifications
The conversation around professional standards and qualifications in estate agency has become a focal point of political debate
NEWS ARCHIVES
Independent estate agency opens fourth office in four years
The estate agency is celebrating after opening its latest branch sinch launching in 2020
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Knight Frank appoints new associate from John D Wood & Co; LSL announce key departure; The Hill Group’s new group finance director; Major coup for LRG
AI set to reshape the UK property industry in the next few years
AI and Big Data identified as real estate game-changer
Estate agent turned PropTech founder claims product offers an ‘almost unfair advantage’
New software is currently in Beta testing mode, but founder says several agents’ reactions have so far been positive
Fine & Country to host international conference and awards next month
The event provides an opportunity for agents to network with delegates from across the globe
New buy-to-let lending to older borrowers falls ‘off a cliff’
The number of new buy-to-let loans among over-55s more than halved between Q4 2022 and Q3 2023
Michael Gove announces significant changes to short-let rules
The housing secretary says he will protect local residents from being pushed out of their communities by excessive short-term lets thanks to changes in planning rules; Airbnb responds
Couple used tax avoidance scheme to purchase £1m house
The use of unlimited company to avoid paying stamp duty was deemed unacceptable – HMRC owed thousands of pounds
Property industry reacts to Rightmove House Price Index
There is growing cautious optimism, with encouraging activity levels and a more stable housing market