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Countrywide & other agencies take a cautious approach to branch re-opening
Some firms re-opened offices as soon as the Government allowed it last week, but others - including Countrywide - are only slowly re-opening branches after the Covid-19 lockdown.
Is moving home essential? Agents, conveyancers & builders unsure of Coronavirus lockdown guidance
Obey the spirit of the lockdown, not just the letter. But Housing Secretary Jenrick confirms that building sites in England can remain open.
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D&G adds new central London partner
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Ranked: Britain’s most expensive streets in 2026
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Big-brand agency franchise in PCL goes up for sale
Winkworth is seeking an 'entrepreneurial property expert' to take over the established hub in one of the capital’s top HNW hotspots.
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