News
New mansion tax for £1m homes
A new levy is set to be introduced by April 2028 for properties worth more than £1m
Where house prices are expected to rise and fall most in 2026
Zoopla analysis highlights the UK hotspots set for house price gains – and those likely to lag
One in three homes on the market see price reductions
Asking price cuts most common across southern England
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Strutt & Parker strengthens team with key strategic hire; British Land CEO to depart; Industry veteran joins Knight Frank as partner
Mortgage sector poised for growth in boost for housing market
Rising product availability and falling rates improve conditions for buyers and remortgagers
Estate agency continues UK-wide expansion with new office opening
The company now has 11 branches
Ambitious estate agent completes another acquisition
This newest purchase reinforces estate agent's ongoing commitment to developing and expanding the agency brand
First-time buyer demand edges higher as rates stabilise
It has been a challenging year for first-time buyers
London housing shortage at worst level since the Second World War, report warns
Despite the government pledging to make housebuilding a priority, there is little sign Labour can deliver on their housing ambitions, fresh analysis suggests
WiEA announces key speakers for “Not a Conference” event
The 2026 speaker line-up brings together contributors from property, business, leadership and sport
High debt levels cited in collapse of well-established estate agency
Administrators appointed amid cash flow pressures and ongoing trading challenges
London replaces North East as region where sellers are most likely to sell at a loss
The North East had held the highest proportion of “loss-making” sellers in nine of the past ten years
What if your next superstar doesn’t work in property yet?
How to identify the individual capable of taking your business to the next level
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Connells Group appoints divisional MD; Senior changes at Auction House UK; Weston Homes promotes trio
Property transactions edge up in November – industry reaction
Latest figures underline the resilience of the housing market
Data security concerns leave estate agents behind in consumer trust
Regulation and adherence to standards are key factors influencing consumer trust
Rental market shows sharp regional falls as seasonal demand cools
Short-term rent falls raise questions as tenant supply remains constrained
How can AI help agents market more efficiently?
Webinar is aimed at estate agency owners, directors and lettings managers
Refreshed Homes for Londoners portal launched by mayor
The Mayor of London’s refreshed Homes for Londoners property portal has now gone live