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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!

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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Feature: Deposit protection schemes and alternatives

Charlotte Flake surveys the tenant deposit scheme market and looks at the alternatives to handing over hard cash.

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Estate agent takes the plunge and commits to Channel crossing

Harry Middleton, partner at Fine & Country Chiswick, is going all in and will attempt the dangerous solo crossing this Sunday.

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Landlords 'at risk of going out of business' as profits squeezed

Broking industry boss Kate Davies says the Government's focus needs to be on the BTL sector and how to raise investment in the sector.

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

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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Goodbye Harry! Renowned NW estate agent and auctioneer dies at 82

Harry Sutcliffe worked for Oystons as an estate agent for more than 20 years before setting up his own agency with his wife Christine.

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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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Weekly rent in London soars to an astonishing £600, reveals leading agency

Data from Foxtons shows that the average weekly rent in the capital is now above levels once thought impossible.

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Purplebricks launches national £999 selling fee under new ownership

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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BLOG: Why as an agent I want to help my competitors work smarter

Agent Response boss Mike Nettleton says agents embracing technology and upskilling staff will ensure clients are continually supported in finding their perfect property.

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