Lettings
Uncertain sales market sparks increase in letting stock
The preference for many owners is still to sell, but more property owners are open to the rental option given the recent wobbles in the sales market
News
Agency
Estate agency panned for ‘inappropriate’ Pride-themed window display
A new video showing a well-known estate agent engaging in an argument with a 'concerned parent' over a Pride window display has emerged online and received hundreds of scathing comments
Acquisitions
One of the first Belvoir franchises changes hands after 27 years
After almost 27 years the business is in new hands
Lettings
Labour abolishes pledge to introduce rent controls
Lisa Nandy, shadow communities secretary, described the approach as a “sticking plaster” and claimed it would increase homelessness
Tech
Unleashing the power of AI in the property industry
From streamlining operations to revolutionising customer interactions, AI stands poised to revolutionise the property industry like never before
Compliance
Agents warned to stay diligent over anti-money laundering
Expert says it is quite concerning to think that awareness and due diligence is on the decline
Agency
Vendors turn to auctions amid cooling housing market conditions
Property auction sales increase as sellers are faced with a cooling housing market
Events
Propertymark’s first industry-wide conference proves a big success
The event, which welcomed experts and delegates from across all property disciplines, attracted more than 1,5000 people
Tech
Newly launched feature to improve scheduling of property inspections
The new feature comes after feedback from agents
Finance
Government unveils major plan to unlock more affordable housing
The government says move provides affordable housing sector with significant opportunity to ramp up its regeneration ambitions
People
Mass walkout at RICS as entire board resigns in shock move
RICS released a statement last night
Agency
eXp UK says ‘Teams will be the next evolution of the self-employed model’
eXp UK teases launch of ‘Teams’ at final roadshow event in London
Agency
Housing slowdown offers buyers greater ‘room for negotiation on price’
Buyers in the market driving hard bargains
Agency
Jackson-Stops opens newest branch, with more offices in the pipeline
The opening of its newest branch follows the launch of its virtual office
People
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Chestertons appoints chief marketing officer; Knight Frank announces 250 promotions; Rob Griffiths joins Housemark as CEO
Other News
Vendors facing ‘tough challenge’ amid hike in homes for sale
Sellers told to prepare to adjust their price expectations if they want to sell
Lettings
Demand for rental properties dips as renters ‘sit tight’
Topline demand for rental homes has remained largely static during the second quarter of this year, according to new data
Lettings
BTL landlords target higher EPC rated properties ahead of legislation changes
The latest government plans suggest that all rental properties should have at least an EPC C rating by 2028
Agency
Dexters eyes ‘further expansion’ with ‘ambitious growth plans’
Dexters has released its 2022 annual report and accounts, revealing growth in revenue, but a marginal fall in profit year-on-year
Compliance
Estate agency expelled from The Property Ombudsman
As part of TPO’s compliance process, notification of PPP’s expulsion has been shared with all relevant bodies, including all property portals