Countrywide break-up, Connells grows, online agents attacked

Time to wage war on fair pay? If you don't you may get fined

Agents have found themselves in very hot water with HMRC for failing to pay staff the National Minimum Wage, with fines running into six figures.

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Countrywide break-up now a possibility, claims former chairman

Interview with Harry Hill reveals he blames the plummeting share price on the Platt years during which he says it concentrated too much on retail, not property.

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How to plug the landlord gap

PRS schemes could plug the gap left by landlords, says SDL’s Director of Private Rental Sector, Paul Staley, as buy-to-let loses its shine.

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Dealing with damage to rental property

They create massive losses for landlords and agents, but, says Jax Kneppers at Imfuna Let, these problems can be avoided.

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Connells results: group grabs 6% more market share as it cashes in ZPG shares worth £38.5m

The 600-branch network has also seen of its divisions return increased profits despite a difficult sales market last year, its latest results show.

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Give it a shot: Our best buy cameras for estate agents

We provide a snappy guide for estate agents to the best-value but highest quality cameras anyone can use and get professional results. 

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What is live chat and can it really help agents' websites?

Andy Soloman, CEO of Yomdel, talks about effective live chat, its impact on estate agencies and lessons to be learned from those already reaping the rewards.

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Leading solicitor savages online agencies for their sales progression shortcomings

Report by Rix & Kay based on interviews with agents operating 127 branches across SE finds traditional agents are "filling in" to stop chains collapsing.

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Hybrid estate agent who works from home takes over high street competitor

In an unusual move that may point to the future of the industry, Ewemove franchisee Chris Walthall has taken over a Martin & Co high street branch.

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Jon Notley’s Zero Deposit launches with backing from four key agents

After waiting for distribution and financial backing deals to be pinned down, the ex-ZPG commercial director's alternative deposit product is now live.

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