Agency
Thousands of estate agents could be helped by service
Mark Hayward, Propertymark’s chief policy adviser: “Transparency across the property sector is vital for best practice.”
News
Agency
LSL achieves record revenues in H1 2021
David Stewart, Group chief executive: “LSL performed strongly in the first half of 2021”.
Acquisitions
Connells Group eyes further growth and acquisitions
The Group says that it ‘continues to look for investment and acquisition opportunities’.
Agency
Former estate agents expand their home buying agency
Toby Milbank worked for Strutt & Parker, while Tom Robinson was employed by Knight Frank.
Acquisitions
PropTech firm backed by Foxtons is snapped up
The deal has been completed for an undisclosed sum.
Other News
Trade associations considering merger
The two bodies have told their respective memberships that they are planning to merge.
Acquisitions
Barbon adds to portfolio with acquisition of PropTech platform
Barbon Insurance Group has added to its existing lettings brands, Let Alliance and HomeLet.
Compliance
Changes to Right to Rent highlight the need for automation
Peter Grant, chairman and chief executive at Openview: “The temporary video and online measure has been a success in the property industry.”
Acquisitions
Fixflo joins forces with rental management software provider
Fixflo was recently acquired by Aareon AG.
Law
Councils urged to make full use of penalties to tackle unscrupulous landlords
Local authorities have been accused of not making full and proper use of their powers.
People
Kebbell’s Andrea Fawell part of swimming team in English Channel record bid
Paula Craig, supported by Andrea Fawell, is hoping to become the first person with a complete spinal cord injury to swim the English Channel without a wetsuit.
Acquisitions
Connells Group delivers ‘another strong financial performance’
These results include the profits generated by Countrywide since its acquisition on 8 March 2021.
Agency
Belvoir Group reports ‘exceptionally strong trading’
Sales, lettings and financial services contribute to results well ahead of expectations
Agency
Agency launches letting division following management restructure
The company will offer a full lettings service after 30 years in sales.
Agency
Fine & Country continues expansion with new ‘extensive territory’
Experienced estate agent joins the Fine & Country network.
Tech
Google trends reveal most searched property terms
Nima Ghasri, director at Good Move: “When purchasing a property, the jargon used by estate agents can be somewhat confusing if people are not regularly buying, selling or renting.”
Compliance
New fire safety planning requirements come into force
Mary-Anne Bowring, group managing director at Ringley: “Fire safety is no longer a fringe concern.”
Agency
UK property market ‘is far from a one-trick pony’ – Keller Williams
Keller Williams UK analysed the latest sold prices data across the market in England and Wales.
Agency
Data for July sets ‘a new benchmark for industry strength’
Agents told to prepare for greater demand.
Compliance
Tackling fraud in the property industry – Homeppl integrates with Reapit
Matthew Goddard at Reapit: “Fraud is a serious issue for the property industry.”