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Leading RE names new President of Global Operations
Chris Dietz has been promoted to President of Global Operations at Leading Real Estate Companies of the World.
Property portals ‘are inflating the cost of running an estate agency business to near impossible levels,’ warns agency boss
Steph Walker, COO of 19-month-old firm The Agency UK, says many top-end independent estate agencies "will have to shut their doors as competition in the marketplace greatens."
‘Embrace the fear’: One year in the buying agency business, it’s been quite the journey
Emma Fildes of Brick Weaver reveals what it’s really like to start your own buying agency…
Fine & Country makes brace of appointments to accelerate expansion plans
Top-end estate agency franchise Fine & Country aims to enter ten new countries in 2023, as well as "growing the brand significantly" in its established locations.
Bichard appointed to oversee RICS reforms
Lord Michael Bichard has been appointed Interim Senior Independent Governor of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, with a remit to implement the 36 recommendations for reform he made earlier this…
‘The best of his generation’: Savills pays tribute to the late David Forbes, founder & chair of the Private Office
Prime property industry titan David Forbes has passed away following a battle with cancer. He "was a consummate deal maker to the end and, arguably, the best of his generation," says his team at Savills.
Proptech firm recruits OTM finance chief
After announcing his resignation from OnTheMarket earlier this week, Clive Beattie has now confirmed a move to Fine & Country’s parent company, nurtur.group.
RIBA elects new President
Muyiwa Oki will take over the top job at the Royal Institute of British Architects next year, replacing Simon Allford as President for a two-year term.
Chestertons recruits Foxtons’ Ennis as CEO
Foxtons’ Central London & New Homes boss was the ‘standout candidate’ for the top role, says Chestertons.
LRG launches new property auctions brand
Daniel Gale has been promoted to run Leaders Romans Group's new First for Auctions brand.
OnTheMarket CFO resigns
Plc confirms Clive Beattie is off to ‘pursue another opportunity’.
Studio Indigo adds to management team
Luxury design specialist Olga Fox has joined the Chelsea-based practice from Millier.