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EXCLUSIVE: Big independent London estate agency bought by Dexters

Fraser & Co is sold to a big corporate with help from new consultancy Pendleton London, some 31 years after being established in north west London.


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Proposed mortgage reforms to widen pool of buyers

The Financial Conduct Authority has proposed the rule changes so that lenders can help borrowers who have previously struggled to get a mortgage.


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New interest-free loan scheme for first-time buyers set up

Scottish Housing Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville says the First Homes Fund will offer first-time buyers £10,000 towards a deposit.


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Worst mortgage affordability since 2008

Higher borrowing costs are stretching affordability and dampening demand in the housing market, says UK Finance’s James Tatch.

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More than half of first-time buyers rely on 'Bank of Mum and Dad'

Savills' Lucian Cook says more than half of first-time buyers need financial help from their families to purchase a home.


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Landlord income up 23% but arrears are significant

Managing risk and the right portfolio structures are vital in keeping rental properties profitable, says LegalforLandlords’ Sim Sekhon.


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Leeds letting agent dismissed over alleged benefits discrimination

Parklane Properties says remarks about filtering out the “dross” were unacceptable and not company policy.


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Ground rent cap to be introduced a year early

The Government previously indicated that the £250 annual cap on ground rents would be introduced by late 2028.


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Estate agents launch 'honest pricing' AI service

Joshua Owens and Khashi Shahverdi set up a new tool they say provides a realistic property price.


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REGIONAL PRICES UPDATE: Huge divergence in time on market

Kate Faulkner reports on how regional price differences are also impacting how long it takes to sell a property. 

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BLOG: Is air conditioning the new eco-dogma or the latest front in Britain’s class war?

Trevor Abrahmsohn, of Glentree International, says there is a growing campaign to discourage, restrict, or ban air conditioning in new residential developments.


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