A history of estate agency regulation, 1979-2020
In advance of new ROPA legislation, the House of Commons has published a potted history of estate agency regulation since 1979's Estate Agents Act.
Prime Movers 2018: London’s 50 Best Boutique Estate Agencies
The definitive annual rundown of the capital's finest boutique sales and lettings specialists
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Jenrick reveals the Government’s ‘plan to re-start the housing market’ as estate agents & developers get back to work
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Project London doubles revenue & kicks off international expansion
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London house prices to flatline until 2028 as prime markets ‘remain subdued’
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Prime Central London price declines to ‘bottom out’ early next year – JLL
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High-value sales jump as Budget clarity brings ‘short-term relief’ in Prime London
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Rare Bayswater development opp sells for £21mn
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