News Archive

Confirmation sought following reports that some Scottish agents had been denied access to business support schemes

HMRC issues further guidance on claiming under CJRS

Price paid figures suggested near total collapse of the market

New ombudsman will start work in October

Boss of agency writes open letter to the Lettings Agents, lashing out at the flouting of Covid safety guidelines

Agent turns the world upside down

Hundreds of thousands may struggle to pay their rent when lockdown ends

Gradual return to normality, as remortgage instructions and completions rose

Trade body data shows lending continued in some regions during lockdown

Reclaim rule eased but no indication that the Government is planning to use stamp duty to kick-start the housing market

Agents’resilience will shine through once again…

Tenants encouraged to make use of online communications and avoid attending offices

Report claims tax change would encourage downsizing and release housing stock

Passports, mobile phones and apps likely to be used for identity checks in future

It is an opportune time to start promoting the brand and increasing visibility in the market, says Fine & Country

Unrivalled knowledge of the local area makes negotiator a valuable part of the business.

Two jailed for fraud after duping a potential house buyer

Goodlord reports surge in activity since the start of June

House prices and lending may be down during Covid but recovery is in the air

Report highlights how industry bodies are using ‘technology for good’