Compliance
Agency bosses and landlord fined more than £27,000
Three directors from two letting agents, along with a landlord, have been fined for an unlicensed property
News
People
Property boss named in King’s honours list
Property professional is among top business leaders, entrepreneurs and pioneers to have been recognised for exceptional achievements and contributions to the UK economy
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Florida-focused agent joins Sotheby’s International Realty in London; Ascend hires Ashleigh Hamilton; Savills strengthens with new director
Agency
What impact will the general election have on the housing market?
Historical Analysis: Estate agency will examine how the past six UK elections have impacted financial markets and property values, offering a comprehensive view of potential trends
Lettings
Airbnb hosts warned about tax changes and falling occupancy rates
Is the short-let boom over?
Politics
BPF calls for next government to enhance planning system to deliver more new homes
The British Property Federation has ahead of the general election published a new planning manifesto
Agency
How much can eXp agents earn in the UK?
How big are eXp UK’s overall ambitions in agent terms and in market share?
Compliance
Energy Performance Certificates are in urgent need of reform, Which? warns
Which? says a snapshot investigation shows that EPCs can be riddled with inaccuracies and unhelpful advice that could cost homeowners when they come to sell or make home improvements
Politics
It’s about more than manifestos – interest rates hold the key to housing
The main eye-catching consumer-focused housing headlines have already been pre-trailed in the media prior to the manifesto launches, aimed largely at first-time buyers
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Kimberley Green joins Haart; Former head of sales at Knight Frank joins house. Partnership; New boss starts at Crest Nicholson
Politics
Competition among buyers falls, placing downwards pressure on house prices
Property buying opportunity arise amid general election uncertainty
Agency
John D Wood & Co. expands network into SE London and Kent
According to Connells, which owns John D Wood & Co., the new branches create a seamless link with the country house department
Other News
Home sellers forced to cut asking prices as supply rises
It is currently a challenging landscape for vendors
Agency
NRLA joins forces with SDL Property Auctions
The new agreement is designed to ensure that NRLA members are kept informed of investment opportunities offered at live streamed national property auctions and online timed sales
Charity
KFH hits £400,000 milestone for London Youth
London Youth’s partnership with KFH over the last seven years has helped the charity champion and strengthen London’s youth organisation
Other News
UK housing market returns to its pre-pandemic size
Those who have put off plans to trade up the housing ladder over the past two years are likely to underpin growth in the property market going forward
Other News
Property industry reacts to Rightmove House Price Index
It is positive to see stability within the housing market and despite a challenging period of high inflation and elevated interest rates
Acquisitions
Property giant rejects £650m bid from rival firm
The approach could trigger further interest in the company
Law
Law Society postpone TA6 form – PLAG responds
The Property Lawyers Action Group (PLAG) responded last night to Friday’s announcement by the Law Society
Other News
House prices stagnate, while property market shrugs off election uncertainty
Some potential sellers appear to be watching and waiting rather than taking action, evidenced by a dip in the number of new sellers coming to market