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A third of buyers would walk away over damp or structural issues

LRG research suggests more upfront information will highlight property defects and first-time buyers are more likely to be deterred.

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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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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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Lettings agents report 'significant' administrative workload since Renters’ Rights Act

The biggest challenge for agents is dealing with the extra workload in an efficient manner, suggests Propoly's Sim Sekhon.

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Major housebuilder blames "subdued" property market for poor results

Crest Nicholson is currently forecasting a loss this year after previously saying it would make a profit.

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My Property Box trio complete Mighty Hike for cancer charity

Staff from My Property Box have raised £1,766 for Macmillan Cancer Support after completing a 26-mile hike in the Lake District.

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Tenancy deposit reform 'overlooks' estimated £750m

The Letting Partnership's Chris Mason has queried why unclaimed deposits are absent from tenancy reform plans.

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Burnham warned by former PM not to raise property taxes

Prime Minister Andy Burnham should not consider increasing tax on property in next month's Budget, according to Gordon Brown.

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New rental pricing tool launches based on tenant rejections

Proptech brand nHabit is using 'Tinder-style' data on properties that tenants reject to help landlords and agents accurate calculate asking rents.

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ENTRY GUIDANCE: The good, the bad and the award-worthy

From impressive growth stats to unsupported claims and missing evidence, here’s how the judges sort the wheat from the chaff at The Negotiator Awards.

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INTERVIEW: The Negotiator Awards judges reveal the secrets to standing out

Storytelling and strategy is what we’re looking for. The Judges tell Charlotte Flake what impresses and what disappoints when it comes to submissions for The Negotiator Awards.

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AWARDS ENTRY TIPS: Evidence to include in your award entry

Metrics, testimonials, screenshots, retention figures, workflows and reviews - the best entries for The Negotiator Awards should combine storytelling with substantiated results.

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Rightmove adds rent review tool to Tenancy Manager

Rightmove's Tarah Lourens says the new Section 13 capability makes a necessary process more efficient during a period of significant change.

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Simplify Right to Rent guidance, urges Propertymark

Agents need clearer guidance and practical tools to help them comply with Right to Rent rules.

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