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.
Number of UK estate agencies jumped 10.6% last year
Research suggests there are now 24,500 estate agency businesses operating in the UK, up from 22,145 in 2021.
The big problem facing London’s top estate agencies
After twenty years with some of the biggest firms in the PCL market, this senior agency insider - who has asked to remain anonymous - is sensing a 'huge change' in the air, with potentially serious consequences…
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.
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£15mn Clarges Mayfair apartment sparks global bidding war
The trophy residence overlooking Green Park sold sight unseen for ‘well above’ asking.
Luxury property brokerage adds two more big-hitters in PCL
Alex Bourne & Danny Daniel join United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty, the latest additions to its growing team in the capital.
Boutique private office appoints Beauchamp’s Finch to lead property division
Paul Finch has joined Liberty Rock after nearly 20 years with super-prime agency Beauchamp Estates.
In Memoriam: London estate agency legend Tim Maskell, 1938-2025
'Tim’s legacy in the property market continues,' says Maskells' MD.
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Clocking in at £24mn, The Whiteley's latest 'Designer Collection' apartment marks a European first for the 50-year-old interiors brand.
Seismic Shifts, 2000-2025: The global events that moved the needle on London’s prime property market
Cathy Hawker explores how the fluctuating fortunes of Prime Central London can be tied to major international economic events of the past 25 years.
Prime London 25: Introducing a PrimeResi Special Report
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Knight Frank announces new Henley office head
Nick Warner will hand the reins to Matt Davies next month.
In Pictures: Inside a Fontanella-designed ultra-prime mansion in Knightsbridge
Luxury developer Caudwell collaborates with top-end designer on £58mn Fonteyn House project, opposite the V&A.
Westminster confirms launch date for new rental licensing scheme
Thousands of landlords across PCL will need to obtain licenses under the new rules.
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UK housing market faces a smoother ride in second half of 2025 – Knight Frank
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