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Surrey Leads UK’s Highest-Value Postcode Rankings
New research finds Surrey postcodes, including Cobham, Esher, and Virginia Water, dominate the UK’s highest-value property transaction rankings.
AI Voice Platform Launched to Reactivate Estate Agents’ Dormant Buyer Data
A proptech firm has launched an AI voice platform to help estate agents reactivate inactive buyer records in their CRM systems, aiming to improve buyer engagement and reduce portal advertising costs.
Jackson-Stops Becomes Corporate Benefactor of Lutyens Trust
Jackson-Stops has become a corporate benefactor of the Lutyens Trust, supporting the charity's work to protect the legacy of Sir Edwin Lutyens.
allAgents Announces 2026 People Awards Winners for Lettings and Estate Agents
allAgents has revealed the winners of its 2026 People Awards, recognising UK estate and letting agency professionals based on verified customer reviews.
Tribunal Delays Forcing Landlords Out of Scottish Rental Market
Growing delays in Scotland's housing tribunal are causing landlords to leave the private rented sector, reducing the supply of rental homes, according to Aberdein Considine.
Step One Finance Surpasses £500m in Second Charge Lending
Step One Finance has exceeded £500m in total lending, supporting over 11,000 customers since 2011. The lender is preparing to launch a new originations platform.
Goodlord and The Depositary Integrate to Simplify End-of-Tenancy Tasks
Goodlord has integrated with The Depositary to streamline end-of-tenancy processes for letting agents, enabling direct data transfer and reducing duplicate administration.
Landlord and Property Manager Fined £63,000 for Unsafe London HMO
A landlord and his property management company have been ordered to pay £63,000 after unsafe conditions were found at an unlicensed HMO in Kensington and Chelsea.
Affordability and Misconceptions Hold Back UK Homebuyers, Survey Finds
A HomeOwners Alliance survey finds over half of aspiring UK homebuyers doubt they will ever buy, citing affordability and outdated assumptions as key barriers.
AI Tool Aims to Revive Dormant Buyer Databases for Estate Agents
Proptech firm Viewery.ai has launched an AI voice platform designed to help UK estate agents reactivate dormant buyer records in their CRM systems and book more viewings.
Cobham Tops List of Britain’s Most Prestigious Postcodes
Cobham in Surrey has been named Britain’s poshest postcode, with nearly half of homes selling for over £1 million. Esher, Virginia Water, Thames Ditton, and Beaconsfield also feature in the top five.
Fixed Mortgage Rates Drop Sharply, Boosting Buyer Confidence
Fixed mortgage rates in the UK have seen their steepest monthly drop since October 2024, with increased product availability and lower rates for buyers, according to Moneyfacts data.