The hybrid estate agency model is ‘fundamentally flawed’, says Connells as it shuts down Hatched
'We have thoroughly tested the hybrid model and have reached the conclusion that it does not produce a viable economic result', says Connells chief David Plumtree
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.
West Country estate agency on acquisition spree
Cooper and Tanner has made its second agency acquisition in as many months, acquiring Geoffrey Smith Ltd in Shepton Mallet and Midsomer Norton.
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UK buyer swoops on marquee penthouse at boutique Mayfair scheme
Agents confirm sale of largest penthouse at Three Kings Mayfair for over £8.5mn, as domestic demand continues to trend upward across PCL.
London Square unveils plans for £240mn Chelsea scheme
Assael Architecture-designed proposals involve 42 new homes and a £13mn National Army Museum extension.
Brace of Mayfair mansions offered as ultra-prime redevelopment opp
A luxury resi reworking of the twin Georgian townhouses on South Audley Street could deliver a £65mn end product, agents suggest.
Private island in the Thames heads to auction
Uninhabited ait near Shiplake 'might just be the Thames Valley’s answer to a beach hut', says Savills.
Brokerage recruits SW London specialist from Savills
UK Sotheby's International Realty announced a 'strategic expansion' into the region earlier this year.
‘The opportunity was clear’: Behind Maybourne’s expansion into branded residences
COO reveals how the Claridge's operator plans to integrate luxury hotels, homes, and wellness into a highly personalised 'ecosystem'.
Major Irish agency expands with key hires & Knight Frank acquisition
Sherry FitzGerald has bought commercial real estate advisor Knight Frank Ireland, and recruited four senior names from Colliers to its residential business.
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Battersea Power Station owner reportedly mulls sale
It is suggested that BNP Paribas has been brought in to 'explore options' for the sale of non-residential parts of the landmark building.
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