Short-term lets face stricter rules as government launches review
Government launches review into short-term tourist accommodation.
News Archive
Zoopla names new representatives on its Lettings Advisory board
The board now comprises 13 members who have been meeting over the last 12 months to discuss the needs of the lettings industry.
Fine & Country launches new property with NFT
As the demand for virtual property and land grows, it is expected that more properties will be built in both physical and virtual worlds.
Rental reforms: What impact will the changes have on agents and landlords?
There has been a lot of debate already in the industry about the proposed changes and we now agents need to start to discuss how they can get ready for them.
Agent agrees deal to offer tenants a deposit alternative
The letting agency says that it had been considering the option of a traditional deposit alternative for some time.
Prime London rents soar as supply squeeze bites
Rents in prime central London have risen sharply as demand from tenants continues to heavily outweigh housing supply in the private rented sector.
Controversial scheme could cause house prices to fall by a third, claims agent
A consultation period ended on 16 June and a petition has been launched and councils have come out in opposition.
Chestertons woos ex-Foxtons director to fill senior role
The former operations director spent 17 years at Foxtons.
Has your estate agency been affected by Google’s latest SEO algorithm?
Agents are being encouraged to familiarise themselves with the changes to ensure that their websites are optimised.
This year’s allAgents Customer Experience Awards to be held in London
Review website allAgents has announced that this year’s awards ceremony will be held in London for the first time.
Barclays acquires fast-growing mortgage lender
Acquisition comes at a time of growing competition in the mortgage market.
Estate agents still falling foul of new anti-money laundering rules
New survey shows the worrying size of the challenge when it comes to closing the AML loopholes being exploited by criminals.
Greater protection for leaseholders as Building Safety Act comes into force
Today marks a major turning point for building safety in this country, according to levelling up secretary Michael Gove
Eddisons strengthens Midlands operation with new acquisition
The latest addition to Eddisons’ operation follows the firm’s acquisition of south coast-based firm Daniells Harrisons earlier this year.
Greater funding required to deal with possessions law change
The law change could lead to reduced investment, less choice for tenants and more pressure on the social housing sector, market analyst warns.
Ex-Savills agent and partner acquire long established Winkworth office
Winkworth has welcomed new franchisees, Rupal and Ravi Patel, to the business.
How to protect existing instructions in a tough market
Three key elements play an important role in vendor care within the best estate agencies…
Knight Frank revises up its house price forecast despite cost-of-living crisis
Knight Frank expects stock levels to be particularly squeezed over the summer as high demand exceeds available supply, placing upward pressure on house prices.
Comings & Goings
Snippets of industry news: Savills welcomes head of sales; Emma Mills joins Harding Green; Cumbrian estate agency branches out
LSL Property Services extends share buyback
LSL Property Services has extended its share buyback programme for a further three months.