Oxford conference to address AI and marketing in agencies
A conference examining artificial intelligence, marketing and industry trends in the estate and letting agency sector will take place at the Examination Schools, University of Oxford, on 20 November. The…
Student lettings face disruption from Renters’ Rights Act
The student lettings sector is experiencing significant disruption following implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act, with landlords and agents facing unexpected financial losses this summer. According to Adam Walker, a…
World Cup and warm weather slow UK housing activity
The UK housing market has experienced a temporary slowdown in recent weeks, with Purplebricks chief executive Michael Bruce attributing the pause to the World Cup and warm weather conditions. Speaking…
Reeds Rains opens Hull branch after Kaye’s acquisition
Reeds Rains has completed the rebranding and reopening of its Newland branch in Hull following the acquisition of Kaye’s Estate Agents, the company has announced. The transaction includes the transfer…
Housing minister defends Labour’s policy record at committee
Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has defended the Government’s housing policy record during questioning by MPs, rejecting claims that Labour lacked a comprehensive plan when entering office in 2024. The minister’s…
Five million UK households to face higher mortgage costs
More than five million UK households are expected to face higher mortgage repayments when they refinance over the next two years, according to the Bank of England’s latest Financial Stability…
Property sellers expect agent responses within 24 hours
Estate agents face mounting pressure to respond to client communications within 24 hours across nearly all stages of the property sales process, according to new research from Street Group. A…
AI-enhanced property photos raise transparency concerns
Estate agents are increasingly using artificial intelligence tools to digitally enhance property photographs, from repainting walls to adding non-existent lawns, raising questions about transparency in property marketing. The practice, which…
Portfolio landlord saves £280,000 on 77-property refinance
Paragon Bank has completed the refinancing of a 77-property portfolio through its multi-property proposition, with the transaction expected to save the landlord approximately £280,000 over five years compared to their…
Close Brothers finances final phase of £120m development
Close Brothers Property Finance has provided development finance for the fourth and final phase of Kingsbury Park, a £120m GDV residential scheme in Lutterworth, Leicestershire, developed by Mulberry Homes. The…