Ten steps to a standout real estate CV
There have been easier times to search for a new role in the property world, but you can still stand out from the crowd with the help of a pitch-perfect CV. Property recruiter Barry Collins shares his advice on how to get your resume noticed, and a few pointers from some of the biggest agencies in the business...

Barry Collins is Founder and Managing Director of specialist property recruitment firm CPR.
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