Fine & Country has unveiled a refreshed logo as part of its plans to mark its 25th anniversary in 2026. The updated branding reflects changes in how the company presents itself across digital platforms, with the revised logo designed to…

York-based estate and letting agency Redmove has been confirmed as the new main kit sponsor for York Knights ahead of the upcoming Super League season, which begins next month. The agreement represents a record commercial partnership for the rugby league…

Barclays has become the latest lender to reduce mortgage rates, as competition in the UK housing market intensifies. The cuts bring borrowing costs down to their lowest levels since 2022, offering potential relief to homebuyers and remortgage customers alike. Mortgage…

UK property prices have fallen to their lowest level since the summer, as growth in the housing market slows. Halifax’s latest house price index shows a 0.6% month-on-month drop, reflecting a typical slowdown over the Christmas period. The average UK…

Paul Smith It’s that time of year when I peer into the fog of our industry’s future and try to make sense of what lies ahead for 2026. After a tough 2025 – one of the slowest markets we’ve seen…

UK estate and letting agents are entering 2026 facing significant challenges, as rising costs, economic uncertainty and regulatory changes threaten already tight margins. The newly released Alto 2026 Agency Trends Report, based on a survey of 250 UK estate and…

Chase Buchanan has completed the acquisition of independent West Drayton estate agency R Whitley & Co, expanding its footprint across South West London, where it operates 15 branches alongside its network in the South West of England.…