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‘The stock market now takes seriously the potential impact of our launch’ – Agents’ Mutual
A well-timed update missive from Agents' Mutual hit inboxes hours before Zoopla's shares hit the trading floor.
Land Registry to centralise local searches
The Land Registry is to become the sole registering authority for Local Land Charges (LLC) in England and Wales, with the aim of streamlining the conveyancing process.
Blue Plaques back in business thanks to just one donor
English Heritage has re-opened nominations for Blue Plaques in London, more than 18 months after swingeing funding cuts put the kibosh on new badges for buildings, after a single donor provided new funds.
International Investment in London Residential: A Summary
Much has been written about capital flows in to London residential, notably into the new build space, says JLL in a note that aims to "balance the issues at hand in a holistic manner" - without the bluster and…
Agents’ Mutual vetoes online agents
Potential property portal Agents' Mutual has come out swinging against virtual estate agents, declaring that "we won't be accepting membership from online-only agents."
Hamptons International boosts Bath lettings team
Hamptons International hired a new Lettings Manager to head things up in Bath.
Joanne Smith
Indian buyers and developers make £1bn move on Mayfair
After an extraordinary eighteen-month-long buying spree, ultra high net worth purchasers, investors and developers from India have become the dominant overseas force in the Mayfair property market, according…
Tour of Beauty: New scheme launches with a ‘Ladies Day’
One firm has decided to inject a bit of glamour into the launch of a new development in Berkshire.
Run Direction: Estate Agents raise £££ for Housing for Women
Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward led the field around Clapham Common at the weekend's London Estate Agents 10k run, with the agency's 50-strong team raising £10,000 for the charity Housing for Women.
Baroness Thatcher’s last home to go on sale for £35m?
The Belgravia home of former Prime Minister Baroness Thatcher could be about to hit the market for up to £35m, according to reports.
Chester Square, Belgravia
Colliers buys central London property agency
Colliers International has acquired central London property consultancy H2SO.
Charles Derby sets up in Notting Hill
Finance and insurance firm Charles Derby has launched a high-end estate agency arm in Notting Hill.