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You are not in control of your own mind (and neither are your customers)

Toby Martin Let’s start with a comforting lie: we are in control of our own decisions. When we choose an agent, set a fee, approve a marketing campaign or sign a contract, we’re doing so rationally – calmly, logically, and…

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Government confirms deadline for landlords to reach EPC C

The government has confirmed a new deadline requiring all landlords to bring rental properties up to an EPC rating of at least C by 1 October 2030, or to register a valid exemption. The requirement will apply to all rented…

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Major lender eases borrowing constraints to improve mortgage access

Nationwide is expanding its high loan-to-income (LTI) lending, allowing home movers and remortgaging customers to borrow up to six times their income. The move builds on changes made in 2025 following regulatory updates from the Financial Conduct Authority and Prudential…

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Comings & Goings – Property Industry Eye

Jon Cooke steps down as non-executive director at GPEA Jon Cooke Jon Cooke has stepped down as a non-executive director at GPEA, the former owner of Fine & Country and The Guild of Property Professionals, ending more than 35 years…

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EYE NEWS UPDATE: Foxtons expands into Birmingham with acquisition of local estate agency

Foxtons has announced the acquisition of Birmingham-based estate agency FleetMilne. The deal supports the group’s strategy to expand its lettings business and marks its first move into the Birmingham market. The acquisition follows Foxtons’ recent purchase of Cauldwell, which expanded…

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Wording confirmed for new tenancy agreements under Renters’ Rights Act

The government has confirmed the wording for new written statements required under the Renters’ Rights Act. From 1 May, landlords will be required to provide a written statement containing specific mandatory information before tenancy agreements are signed. The government has…

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Fast-growing agency completes first strategic acquisition of 2026

Sam Humphreys (left) and Dave Curtis Dwelly has announced the acquisition of Brookdale Property Management, marking its first deal of 2026. The transaction follows a series of six lettings acquisitions completed by the firm in 2025, bringing its total number…

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Estate agencies named for non-compliance with money laundering regulations

Iaysha Contemporary Fine Art Limited AMP Shadwell House, 65 Lower Green Road, Tunbridge Wells, TN4 8TW (56) Breach is for failure to apply for registration at the required time. £1,750 No Appeal Larkes Estate Agents Limited EAB East Coast House…

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Housing market activity starts earlier than usual in 2026

Early January data from reallymoving, the comparison site for home movers, indicates that housing market activity is starting earlier in the year than usual in 2026. Registrations for conveyancing, survey and removals quotes were up 58% in the first fortnight…

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Estate agents start 2026 strong as buyer enquiries, viewings and offers rise

Estate agents are starting 2026 on a stronger footing, with the majority reporting an increase in buyer enquiries and viewing requests, while one in five are also seeing more offers being made, the latest research from Property DriveBuy has found.…