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Brutal industry reaction as Purplebricks looks for 'new ownership structure'

When Purplebricks announced on Friday it was looking for a buyer it didn’t take long for the knives – and jokes – to come out. Industry reaction has been both funny and brutal.

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Sunak appoints replacement for housing minister - sixth in a year!<br />

Rachel Maclean has been appointed as a DLUHC minister to take over from Lucy Frazer, who was promoted to the Cabinet.

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Belvoir Group reports record revenue after £4 million jump

Revenue at the Group increased to a record £33.5 million from £29.6 million in 2021 buoyed by an increase on rents on new tenancies increasing by 10.8% during 2022.

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Rightmove agent qualification now 'Propertymark approved'

Agents who complete their free Rightmove training and pass the final exam to obtain their Level 3 certificate will be able to apply for membership to the trade body.

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Connells Group announces Sarah Whitney as new Non-Executive Chair<br />

Whitney has an extensive background in property and finance gained through a range of senior roles across a number of sectors.

 

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Tenant demand hits all-time high – lender reports

A survey of nearly 700 landlords found that 67% experienced increased tenant demand during Q1, up from 65% recorded during the final quarter of 2022, the previous record high.

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Property search delays 'blight' market and tie-ins 'must be outlawed' insists agents chief

Search agents leader Andrew Prismall says it's taking up to three months to receive a report and local agents have the best chance of getting it done quickly.

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OTM strikes lettings tech deal with Arun Estates

OnTheMarket's TecLet platform will now be used by all parts of Arun Estates' letting business, including Douglas Allen and Cubitt & West.

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