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Zoopla is now 'more than just a digital noticeboard' as it reveals big changes<br />

Portal has re-launched itself to estate agents with new products and a change in direction as sector competition hots up.

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'We will break Rightmove' promises LocalMove portal chief<br />

Deekes sets out how his 'local focussed' property portal will succeed where others have failed, to knock Rightmove off its perch.

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Lomond takes latest step towards being next big national chain<br />

Investment firm snaps up four more agencies in Manchester, Brighton and Edinburgh giving it 23,000 properties under management across UK.

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Mortgage lenders asks Minister to back ‘phased approach’ to Stamp Duty deadline<br />

New UK Finance CEO, David Postings, holds talks with Housing Secretary at Ministry covering Stamp Duty but also leasehold and cladding issues.

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The Negotiator Magazine January issue – why not take on an apprentice – with government funding!<br />

There is a huge pool of potential agents out there just waiting for a chance. Chris Stoker-Jones explains how to take on an apprentice – and get paid for it!

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BREAKING: Martin & Co parent group to buy Hunters for £24 million

TPFG has made the offer, which it says shareholders back, after nearly two months of negotiations.

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