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Purplebricks CEO bats off criticisms over TrustPilot reviews

Comments come within upbeat trading update made today ahead of AGM in London.

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Let’s stop these dodgy tricks, says leading independent estate agent

Lee Pendleton lists the worst practices he's seen in the sales market and says more needs to be done to raise standards. 

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Let's get sales progression moving

New technology can save time and trouble, says Andrea Kirkby, by getting your deals moving smoothly.

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Are auctions the answer in lean times?

Uncertainty in the market, says SDL's Louise Jeffries, is actually a great opportunity.

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It’s time for the industry to be more mobile

Trevor Youens explains why changing habits in communication are having a significant impact on real estate technology.

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Beat online competitors with a cracking branch

Are you getting the most out or your premises, asks Joanne Christie? Some agents certainly are...

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Countrywide signs with ZPG for another three years of ‘partnership’

Announcement made today almost exactly a year after the PLC sold its share in the portal group for £29m.

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Most buyers don’t want grand designs

What are buyers really looking for in a house? The answer might not be what you expect, says Adam Walker.

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Recruiter spells out stark reality of industry employment after lettings fees ban

As well as 4,000 back-room admin jobs, many negotiators will exit the industry as they face more work for the same pay, says Property Personnel.

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London’s house prices drop for first time in EIGHT years

Weak demand and small rises in supply help put capital into reverse - as price drops spread out of prime central London.

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'Agents concentrate too much on selling homes, not their own services'

Leading UK sales trainer gives his views on the industry as he launches a book for young people going into business.

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