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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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Movers & shakers roundup

The Neg's roundup of mergers, acquisitions, appointments and good news from you, the agents.

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The Four Horseman of the Property Apocalypse are saddling up!<br />

Glentree International boss Trevor Abrahmsohn says continuing to clobber landlords is folly we may now be looking at a repossession and homelessness crisis. 

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Growing tenancy proptech signs up half of new LSL franchisees

Properly enhances agents’ lettings business, speeding up the process as well as helping with compliance and commission on utilities and insurances.

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The June 2023 issue is published – online for you to read now. Just click and flip!<br />

In this month's issue:

 

• The Negotiator Awards open for entry – read the ten compelling reasons why you should enter.

 

• Keeping landlords – expert help on maintaining your portfolio.

 

• Renters (Reform) Bill – the proposed legislation reviewed.

 

• Deposit protection schemes – alternatives and options.

 

• Agent interview: Michael Wright of Douglas Allen.

 

• Plus: latest national house price analysis; hybrid agents, best ways to blog, charity efforts, The Ombudsman Files, agency and supplier news and much more. 

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What crisis? Supply of homes for sale highest in four years<br />

While all regions have seen a drop in demand there are signs that supply is improving after reaching an all-time low.

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The Negotiator Awards are open for entry!

The UK's leading awards programme for estate and letting agents and suppliers is now open for entries. Register now to start your entry process.

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Livesey leaving: Leading force behind Connells' success to step down

David Livesey, Connells Group CEO, is to retire next year, after more than 15 years in the role, it has been announced.

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Purplebricks launches national £999 selling fee under new ownership<br />

Strike, which bought the firm for £1 just a few days ago, says bold new strategy will help grow the firm.
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Public complaint upheld over estate agency's prize draw<br />

The Advertising Standards Authority found Blenheim Sales and Lettings had not made it clear how winners claimed draw prizes.

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