Business
Bill Gates takes control at Four Seasons
Saudi Arabian Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has agreed to sell half of his stake in the luxury hospitality group to the Microsoft mogul's Cascade Investment LLC for $2.
Revenue & profits soar for Winkworth as expansion strategy pays off
'While the first half of this year was marked by an exceptional level of sales activity, it also vindicated our strategic expansion in recent years into the country', says boss Dominic Agace
West London agency toasts quartet of local price records
It's been a bumper year for longstanding Brook Green firm Finlay Brewer.
Mountgrange Heritage sales director joins PCL buying agency Aykroyd & Co
Hannah Aykroyd’s specialist acquisition firm expands its team with two key hires, in response to ‘strong client demand’
LeadingRE launches sustainability campaign
“We want to promote the newest and most exciting properties, initiatives, ideas and businesses making a positive difference for one of the world’s most pressing issues," says Chris Dietz of Leading…
Central London estate agent wins £185k in important maternity discrimination case
A successful PCL Sales Manager was refused flexible working hours following the birth of her daughter - prompting an employment tribunal.
Jackson-Stops to expand branch network by 50% in the next two years
111-year-old firm is the second major heritage estate agency to announce ambitious expansion plans in the last month, in "a pivotal moment" for the brand.
Another major estate agency to be offered for sale?
It's being reported that rapidly-growing estate agency Leaders Roman Group is exploring a potential £400m sale of the business.
Apartments on sale at boutique Baker Street scheme
The site of The Beatles' Apple Boutique is being transformed into a set of luxury residences by UAE developer Select Group.
London market ‘gradually firming’, reports Berkeley
The influential housebuilder is on track to hit over £500m in profit this year.
Chestertons reportedly hangs out the For Sale sign, valued at ‘about £100m’
It's being reported that Deloitte has been brought in to find a buyer for leading London estate agency Chestertons.
Former Knight Frank and Countrywide marketing chief joins Fine & Country as Global CEO
Simon Leadbetter has joined Fine & Country as Global CEO, replacing interim chief Jon Cooke. He's previously held senior marketing positions at Keller Williams UK, Knight Frank and Countrywide.