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Former Foxtons managers join forces to launch new estate agency
Tim Pacey, Christian Dickson, and Louis Wingent recently left Foxtons to start their own estate agency
Well-known estate agency eyes growth after completing acquisition
The estate agency is actively seeking to expand, whether through acquisition, joint venture or franchising options
Vast majority of landlords provide ‘decent housing for their tenants’
English Housing Survey: Eight in ten private renters satisfied with accommodation and the services provided by their landlord
BoE resolves global payments issue affecting property purchases
Is the technology and infrastructure supporting the housing market still fit for purpose?
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Knight Frank announces new head of sales; Eccord makes a double hire; C&D Rural welcomes back former employee
Announcement from Lloyds ‘could initiate the change in momentum the sector has been longing for’
The bank will launch its new housing programme
Nine in 10 estate agents view online reviews as crucial to business performance and reputation
Tim Hyatt, head of residential at Knight Frank, says direct customer feedback is a true barometer of what customers really feel about agents
Agents urged to lobby MPs to influence new Renters’ Rights Bill
Agents are the experts in the sector, says industry commentator
Investment into UK PBSA hits £2.45bn in H1 2024
Robust investment in the first half of 2024 demonstrates the resilience and attractiveness of the UK student accommodation sector
Well-established estate agency expands after completing acquisition
The purchase enhances the estate agency’s market position, footprint and service capabilities
King’s Speech reforms could unintentionally exacerbate the rental crisis
There are widespread concerns that the new government’s proposed changes could reduce housing supply in the PRS
Labour kicks business rates reform into the long grass
John Webber, head of business rates at Colliers, believes that the current system which provides £30bn a year for local authority funding, “is not fit for purpose”
Sharp rise in former rental homes for sale as landlords flee buy-to-let sector
New data shows a significant uplift in the number of landlords selling up
Zoopla lands major Channel 4 property show product placement coup
The commercial agreement means Zoopla’s data on house prices will feature in each episode, providing viewers with insight and value on the areas featured
King’s Speech – industry reaction
Property professionals reflect on the commitments made by Sir Keir Starmer in the King’s Speech to reform the planning system and end Section 21 evictions
Home values are on the up, says Zoopla
Growing buyer confidence and a rising volume of transactions are translating into firming home values
Property industry responds to latest UK house price data
What does the latest house price data show?
RICS Matrics Awards 2024 shortlist unveiled
The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony in November
What does today’s King’s Speech mean for housing?
Housing and renting reforms set to feature in a Labour government’s first King’s Speech for more than 70 years. Here’s what you need to know