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Why independent agencies need to stay hungry
A stuttering market has driven a noticeable shift in attitudes towards smaller firms with big reputations, argues agency boss Jon Byers as he blows a trumpet for boutique businesses.
‘It’s not about being the biggest, it’s about excelling & being the best at what we do’: In conversation with Knight Frank’s Stuart Bailey
PrimeResi meets the major agency's head of super-prime sales in London, spearheading a 'strategic focus' on the capital’s ultra-luxury property market.
Property industry bodies call on Rayner to regulate estate agents
An open letter from the RICS, PropertyMark, British Property Federation & more calls for the resurrection of RoPA legislation.
The first 100 days: Oona Collins’ seven action points for a new leader
As Keir Starmer gears up to make his first moves as PM, top executive coach Oona Collins explains how leaders in the property sector can successfully navigate the early days of a new role.
Historic estate agency eyes London expansion
Druce is on a recruitment drive as it reveals plans to open 'hub' offices across the capital in the next 12 months.
We’re not going on a summer holiday, say more than a third of UK estate agents
Many property agents are putting holiday plans on hold in anticipation of a 'summer surge' of market activity, according to a new survey.
Estate agency introduces ‘unlimited’ annual leave for staff
eXp UK aims to 'level the playing field' between its salaried and self-employed agents.
‘The industry wants regulation & consumers need it’, Propertymark policy chief tells MPs
Trade body estimates that failed transactions cost consumers around £260mn a year, while estate agents and conveyancers lose c.£1bn, and approximately 4 million working days annually.
Estate agencies up recruitment activity
'Many estate agents are now looking to push forward with their plans to hire in order to help them facilitate an uplift in business,' suggests eXp boss after noting an increase in property job listings.
Watch: Abbey Clancy interviews real estate mogul Becky Fatemi
Sotheby’s International Realty Executive Partner Becky Fatemi reveals 'raw realities' of climbing to the top as a woman in business in candid podcast episode.
Gender discrimination is still rife in the property industry
Unchained's 'Voice of the Agent' survey reveals continued inequality within the property industry alongside some more positive notes on professional development, proptech and market prospects.
‘Use your authenticity as your power’: Industry leaders on inspiring the next generation
International Women's Day 2024: Stars of the real estate agency, development & design worlds share their words of wisdom.