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Martin & Co franchise owner expands into Basingstoke

David Rebe adds established Basingstoke operation to his Oxford and Thame Martin & Co franchise as he targets further growth.

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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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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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Activists calls for action on landlord 'exaggerated' deposit claims

Insured schemes should be scrapped to stop landlords holding on to tenant deposits for too long, says Generation Rent's Holly Williamson.

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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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INTERVIEW: The 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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Using AI assistance to speed up your nomination

Charlotte Flake shows how time-poor agents and suppliers can use AI tools to help craft compelling submissions and compete on a level playing field.

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More than half of 'Mumlords and Dadlords' return child’s rent

Many parents are charging their adult children rent but returning it as a house deposit to help buy a property, says Nationwide.

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Buyers less willing to compromise on property purchases

Buyers in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are more willing to compromise in their property search, says Cotality's Jim Driver.

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Landlords warned not to rely on lettings agents for compliance

Agency brand 1st Avenue’s Paul Endacott warns lettings agents won’t absolve landlords of responsibilities.

 

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Low deposit mortgage lending jumps 40% to £24.7bn

Julian Sampson, of TWM Solicitors, says lenders are currently offering a much broader range of low-deposit mortgage products.

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BLOG: Mansion Tax threshold drop would treble valuation headache

Tom Bill, head of UK residential research at Knight Frank, gives his thoughts on the direction of the Mansion Tax.

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Fine & Country expands into Northern Ireland

A new partnership with established local agency Fetherstons sees Fine & Country enter the Northern Ireland property market.

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Revived Help to Buy scheme to be revealed in Budget

Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook says the Government is stepping in to support those who can’t rely on help from the bank of Mum and Dad.

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