Agency
Is self-employed estate agency the future?
The latest episode of Pass the Syrup is shaking up the estate agency world with an unfiltered deep dive into the rise of the self-employed model and the future of UK agency
News
Other News
Americans take advantage of dollar’s strength to buy property in London
The rise in US buyers comes as Americans applying for UK citizenship recently hit a record high
Lettings
There is a ‘natural reticence for landlords to open their property to pets’
A small proportion of rental properties listed on the current market are pet-friendly, despite further changes to allow pets in rental properties on the horizon via the Renters’ Rights Bill
Agency
Estate agent who rejected desk move deemed ‘demotion’ wins damages
Agent left feeling 'upset' after being told he could not sit at the 'back' desk; ruling means senior agents who are given a desk they see as being beneath their status could pursue legal action
Agency
Former Knight Frank senior figure takes over prime Winkworth office
The Winkworth office has undergone an extensive refurbishment following the estate agent's acquisition of the franchise
Finance
Mortgage lenders slash rates but deals going fast
The average two- and five-year fixed rate mortgages have seen their biggest cuts in almost six months
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Zoopla unveils new CEO; Oakheart Property appoints new operations director; Property Sense announces two senior hires
Agency
Estate agency opens new branch offering to share profits with community
Estate agency eyes growth
Politics
Government’s new planning reform bill seeks to unblock infrastructure projects
The proposals seek to boost housebuilding by addressing the failings in the planning system
Finance
Homebuyers and industry professionals ‘facing increasing pressures’ as conveyancing costs soar
Conveyancing costs rise 18% in 12 months
Compliance
One in five rental market disputes centres around rental arrears
New figures show that last year, an estimated 47,405 disputes were lodged by tenants across the private rental sector
Acquisitions
tmGroup acquires Veya to reduce fall-throughs and speed up transactions
This strategic acquisition comes after the business recently announced the launch of its new brand strategy, identity, and website
People
Propertymark seeks nominations for presidential teams
Applicants do not need to be an agency director or principal
Compliance
The Guild launches new app for agents
AI-powered platform provides compliance solutions for those working in the industry
Lettings
Propertymark warns of ‘unintended consequences’ of High Street Rental Auctions
Auctioning off property where supply outstrips demand could result in rents being driven down
Finance
First-time mortgages now 20% cheaper than renting, says Zoopla
There remain challenges facing first-time buyers, especially those on average incomes or with small deposits
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Spicerhaart appoints new director previously of Connells; New directors, including LonRes co-founder, join Beauchamp Estates; Newmark's head of valuation
Other News
Plane makes emergency landing after agent’s family brawl over movie
The letting agent claims that she and her family were the victims of the incident
Other News
Property industry reacts to latest UK house price data
Beyond tax policy, broader economic conditions are also shaping the market
Politics
Council tax to be doubled on second homes and empty properties
The aim is to bring empty homes back into use