Estate Agency News
Purplebricks alumni’s ‘virtual’ Agency adds a dozen new self-employed brokers
The Agency UK has stepped up its expansion around the country, with a raft of new joiners following Purplebricks' transition away from a self-employed business model.
Ex-Knight Frank duo launch “boutique property advisory hybrid”
Matt Smith and Kris Ericsson have set up an eponymous property agency, offering buying, selling, rental and management services across the capital.
Savills expands super-prime London development sales team
Adam Simmonds and Becca Howard have both returned to Savills after spells with other firms.
RiverHomes floats a new look
Specialist London estate agency RiverHomes has refreshed its brand identity.
JLL takes on Airbnb with new short-term rental platform
The global real estate agency is tapping into soaring demand for flexible renting as part of an 'aggressive' expansion of its resi business.
Ireland’s top estate agency eyes a UK return
100-branch estate agency Sherry Fitzgerald has reportedly hired PwC to explore private equity investment options.
Foxtons picks former Hamptons chief Rich as Chair
Former Hamptons Chair Nigel Rich CBE will take over as Chairman of Foxtons Plc from Ian Barlow on 1st October.
Broker-model London estate agency eyes national expansion with franchise roll-out
Harding Green's Nick Carter and Matthew Alexander plan to establish a network of franchised “partner offices” in prime towns and cities across the UK.
London landlords ‘in the driving seat’ as rental supply plunges 58%
Chestertons has seen tenant demand soar by 55% over the last year, while the number of properties available to rent has plunged by 58%.
Central London estate agent wins £185k in important maternity discrimination case
A successful PCL Sales Manager was refused flexible working hours following the birth of her daughter - prompting an employment tribunal.
Jackson-Stops to expand branch network by 50% in the next two years
111-year-old firm is the second major heritage estate agency to announce ambitious expansion plans in the last month, in "a pivotal moment" for the brand.
Another major estate agency to be offered for sale?
It's being reported that rapidly-growing estate agency Leaders Roman Group is exploring a potential £400m sale of the business.