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Could Google – with the help of virtual personal assistants – replace Rightmove?

Big rise in OTM share price – although still not back up to planned launch price

Independents can cut costs, including subscriptions to portals, by re-branding to Hunters, says chairman Kevin Hollinrake

TPO could take on additional responsibilities including redress for buyers of new homes

Property Redress Scheme annual report reports more complaints – but actual numbers remain low

Which region could be next for the property market malaise?

SafeDeposits Scotland data shows increase in English landlords with lets north of the border

No signs of huge hikes in rents to offset increase Stamp Duty and rolling back of mortgage interest relief

RICS warns that lack of stock and low demand continue to hit market – with implications for wider economy

Qualifications for estate agents ‘will lead to closed shop’, claim

Conveyancers want to see more information upfront to speed up completions

Countrywide pays tribute to Webster whose departure follows that of managing director two years after sale to Countrywide

Landlord claimed £225 saying that’s what branch would have been worth as firewood

Remote Valuation service launched by property group

Sing, dance, do variety? Then why not showcase your talent to your peers

Fleet of 250 taxis get the Zoopla branding

TPFG predicts ‘a clear-out’ in industry while Belvoir says it is getting one unsolicited approach a day from small firms seeking an exit

Purplebricks tells ministers that high street agents should be more transparent on fees

Purplebricks’ new listings cannot be seen on Zoopla – but mystery solved

Agent jailed for four years after attempted knife attack on policeman