Why this government consultation is a tipping point
Three core principles stand out – and estate agents are at the heart of driving reform
NEWS ARCHIVES
MPs to have final say as Renters’ Rights Bill returns to Commons
Royal Assent – the formal step required for the bill to become law – is likely to be granted within the next few weeks
Have your say on home buying reforms and material information guidance
The proposed reforms aim to reduce the number of failed transactions and speed up the home-moving process
Property auction market stable as lots and sales increase
Auction volumes rise and demand holds firm, but success rates show slight decline
Purplebricks silent as fee-free estate agent model quietly axed
The online estate agency ’s pre-tax losses more than doubled after the takeover by Strike
Right to Rent penalties surge amid tougher enforcement
Right to Rent rules are not new, but the cost of non-compliance is now significantly higher
Propertymark urges agents to ‘act now’ ahead of renters’ reform, launches free roadshow
To support the sector, Propertymark has launched a nationwide Renters’ Rights Bill Roadshow
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty appoints new senior sales director; Ex-Laurels director joins Moveli; Colliers welcomes new director
Crackdown on non-compliant letting agents as council toughens enforcement
Trading Standards granted powers to enforce major letting laws, including tenant fees, redress, and client money rules
Housing secretary: Miss the 1.5m homes target, I’m out
Home Builders Federation says the government’s housebuilding target is ‘looking increasingly distant’