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LRG Completes Eco-Friendly Office Upgrade Programme
LRG has finished a significant office upgrade across its UK network, including a new head office with strong environmental credentials.
Research Reveals Sellers Now Expect 24-Hour Responses from Estate Agents
New research from Street Group shows UK home sellers expect estate agents to respond and provide updates within 24 hours at nearly every stage of the sales process.
Home Sellers Demand 24-Hour Response from Estate Agents
A Street Group survey finds most UK home sellers expect estate agents to respond within 24 hours at nearly every stage of the sales process.
Pennycook Defends Labour’s Housing Plan and Highlights Recent Achievements
Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook told MPs that Labour had a comprehensive housing plan and highlighted achievements including the Renters’ Rights Act and a rise in new-build starts.
Student Lettings Sector Faces Challenges After Renters’ Rights Act
The Renters’ Rights Act has led to early contract terminations in the student lettings market, causing financial difficulties for landlords and letting agents.
World Cup and Warm Weather Slow UK Housing Market, Says Purplebricks CEO
Purplebricks chief executive Michael Bruce says the World Cup and warm weather are temporarily slowing the UK housing market. Lloyds data shows a slight rise in house prices in June.
Reeds Rains Reopens Hull Branch After Kaye’s Estate Agents Acquisition
Reeds Rains has reopened its Newland branch in Hull following the acquisition of Kaye’s Estate Agents, with a significant lettings portfolio transferring to the new branch.
Letting Agencies Recognised at Summer Awards Event
Letting agents, sales agents, and a buying agent were honoured at a summer awards event, according to Letting Agent Today.
Senior Property Professionals Take Key Roles at Brokerages and Franchises
Three experienced property professionals have joined new roles at Moveli, Sourced Living, and Principle, reflecting ongoing changes in the UK property sector.
Oxford Conference to Explore AI and Marketing in Letting Agencies
A conference at the University of Oxford on 20 November will address artificial intelligence, marketing, and industry trends in the estate and letting agency sector, with sessions focused on data-driven insights.
Propertymark Calls for Equal Treatment of Airbnbs and Private Rentals
Propertymark has called for parity between Airbnbs and private rentals, according to Letting Agent Today.
Letting Agents Raise £15,000 for Hospice at Charity Boxing Event
Letting agents helped raise £15,000 for a hospice at the 'Rumble with the Agents' charity boxing event, hosted by Paul Shamplina and sponsored by mydeposits.