News Archive

Snippets of industry news: Lurot Brand appoints Peggy Lurot as managing director; LSL hires new COO; Significant appointment for Savills

The new office will link up with the estate agency’s existing network of nine other offices

Well-known TV personality lined up for major industry event

This notion that technology is the panacea for all problems, and that PropTech is the Holy Grail of solutions in our sector, is an oversimplification

Tim Pacey, Christian Dickson, and Louis Wingent recently left Foxtons to start their own estate agency

The estate agency is actively seeking to expand, whether through acquisition, joint venture or franchising options

English Housing Survey: Eight in ten private renters satisfied with accommodation and the services provided by their landlord

Is the technology and infrastructure supporting the housing market still fit for purpose?

Snippets of industry news: Knight Frank announces new head of sales; Eccord makes a double hire; C&D Rural welcomes back former employee

The bank will launch its new housing programme

Tim Hyatt, head of residential at Knight Frank, says direct customer feedback is a true barometer of what customers really feel about agents

Agents are the experts in the sector, says industry commentator

Robust investment in the first half of 2024 demonstrates the resilience and attractiveness of the UK student accommodation sector

The purchase enhances the estate agency’s market position, footprint and service capabilities

There are widespread concerns that the new government’s proposed changes could reduce housing supply in the PRS

John Webber, head of business rates at Colliers, believes that the current system which provides £30bn a year for local authority funding, “is not fit for purpose”

New data shows a significant uplift in the number of landlords selling up

The commercial agreement means Zoopla’s data on house prices will feature in each episode, providing viewers with insight and value on the areas featured

Property professionals reflect on the commitments made by Sir Keir Starmer in the King’s Speech to reform the planning system and end Section 21 evictions

Growing buyer confidence and a rising volume of transactions are translating into firming home values