News

Estate agents to earn commission from out-of-area leads under new agreement

For agents, the opportunity is significant

The debt burden facing estate agency’s biggest groups

Paul Smith reflects on companies with seriously eye-watering numbers of debt

UK private rented sector shrinks by £48bn as buy-to-let landlords flee the market

The value of homes in the buy-to-let sector has fallen by more than £79bn over three years

Prince William’s controversial 2,500-home development granted planning approval

Subject to the planning and legal process, the Duchy plans to begin construction of the first phase in 2027/28

Major property firm’s accountants face FRC investigation after £165m accounting error

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has started an investigation under the Accountancy Scheme into the conduct of accountants at the company

Landlords leave BTL sector even as rental yields increase

Landlords cite the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act, coming into force on 1 May, as a key reason for exiting the sector

Comings & Goings

New faces and key appointments

Buyer confidence edges back, but mortgage rate volatility risks recovery

Renters benefit as competition for homes eases

The rental market is moving back towards balance as demand cools and more homes become available to rent

UK property management sector nears £38bn

Managing rental property today involves far more than collecting rent and arranging the occasional repair

Why most estate agencies will never become real businesses

Is your agency a business… or just a busy job?

Check if your area made Rightmove’s 2026 most expensive streets list

Britain’s most expensive streets capture the nation’s attention

Why your estate agency needs an exit plan

Having a clear vision for the endgame changes how agents build their business

Established estate agency franchise changes hands

The resale marks the starting point of a longer-term expansion strategy for the new owner

UK cities where letting agents are most active

Localised figures highlight significant variation

Nominations announced for national estate agency awards

The awards will take place next month

New property discovery app officially launches with TV campaign

The TV campaign will raise awareness

Fears new public register will create ‘extra red tape and unintended consequences’

The government risks introducing a problem in search of a solution

Long-established agency acquires local rival

The owners of Whittle Estates will now focus on their sales business, Hadleigh Estate Agents

Zoopla reports sharp rise in property valuation leads to agents

Zoopla says more homeowners are using it portal