News
Major property firm could become a takeover target unless fortunes reverse
The company says surging costs are having an adverse impact on the business
Do you know how to spot tenancy fraud?
As rental prices continue to grow, agents are told it is vital for industry professionals to stay ahead of the increased risks
Sellers turn to property auctions in increasing numbers
Buyer confidence appears to be rebounding with the gradual reduction in mortgage interest rates, making January 2024 poised to be one of the busiest on record
What will happen to the Renters (Reform) Bill should Labour come to power?
Tories face 1997-style electoral oblivion, major poll suggests
Jenni Falconer returning to host Propertymark One
The presenter hosted last year’s debut event at Wembley and will take on the role again when the conference takes place at ExCel London on 14 June 2024.
Rental housing needs £250bn to meet demand, says Savills
Estate agency says an extra million rental homes are required by 2031 to keep up with demand
New rules don’t go far enough, says Propertymark
Propertymark is supportive of the measures being suggested in new consultation, but the trade body wants to see more done
EYE NEWSFLASH: Almost 5,000 branches close in tough year for UK’s high street estate agents
Last year saw a big jump in the number of high street estate agency branches closing, while self-employed agents gain momentum
Property industry reacts to Rightmove House Price Index
It has been a busy January so far for many agents, with house prices potentially on the road to recovery
Revised five-year forecast for residential sales and rentals – Knight Frank
The outlook has become more positive over the last three months as interest rate expectations have changed markedly
Are you familiar with ‘vital’ updated guidance?
Agents to be told about the changes they can expect throughout the year
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Danielle Nash promoted to managing director at Property Academy; Savills appoints new head of residential lettings; Carter Jonas unveils two new hires
More than 50,000 buy-to-let companies were set up in 2023, says Hamptons
Despite fewer landlord purchases, the number of buy-to-let companies set up in 2023 surpassed the previous record of 48,520 established in 2022
Confidence returning to UK housing market as asking prices rise – Rightmove
The average price of homes coming to the market jumped by 1.3%, or £4,571, from December
Savills eyes housing market improvement
Year-end trading statement: Performance in line with expectations
Buyers return to housing market as mortgage rates fall
New data shows demand at the end of the first week of January was more than 10% ahead of the same period a year ago
Conveyancing Association updates Estate Agent Best Practice Guide
This version of the guide adds in new key details
Buckle up for another challenging year
Paul Smith, executive chairman of Spicerhaart, shares his predictions for 2024
Fast-growing estate agency group secures 50th acquisition in three years
The estate agency says there are other acquisitions in the pipeline and new opportunities being actively explored