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Russell Quirk When you lie on your CV you tend to get caught out eventually. Ironically, it’s estate agents that are the most lambasted in society for exaggerating, embellishing and twisting the truth yet His Majesty’s Treasury is now fronted…

Lomond has completed its second Kent-based acquisition, looking to further bolster its presence within its new region of operations. Lomond’s latest deal involves the purchase of independent estate and lettings agent, Oakwood Homes. Founded by the husband-and-wife team of Andrew…

Winkworth has just provided the  following trading update for the financial year ended 31 December 2024 (“FY 2024”). The franchisor of real estate agencies reports that the cost of finance continued to decline over the course of FY 2024 and,…

Private landlords can currently demand large upfront rent payments, leaving many Brits financially strained or in debt. The upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill seeks to cap advance rent at one month. Landlords could still request one month’s rent upfront and a…

The Renters’ Rights Bill currently going through Parliament could not be more urgently needed, according to the Green Party MP for Bristol Central. Carla Denyer says that there is lots to be welcomed in the Bill. From the outlawing of…

The next stage of the Renters Rights Bill will be held today, giving MPs an opportunity to share their views and debate any contentious issues proposed. The Report Stage in the House of Commons will offer MPs an opportunity to…

Data commissioned by Propertymark has found that 50% agents are concerned about the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Bill that has now reached Report Stage in the House of Commons.  The Report Stage will take place tomorrow. Some agents added that they…

Ben Beadle The NRLA has provided its response to the Welsh government accepting a number of recent recommendations made by the Senedd’s Housing & Local Government Select Committee on the future of the Welsh PRS. Although welcoming…

The average household in England & Wales sold their home in 2024 for £91,820 more than they paid for it, down from a record £112,930 in 2022. In percentage terms, the average seller made a 42% gross profit, the lowest…