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Online lettings agency pioneer Upad shuts up shop

Ten-year-old business that pioneered the online-only lettings business model has thrown in the towel and is no longer accepting new business from landlords.

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Shock claim: 75% of HMO properties in London operate outside the law

Over 130,000 unlicensed properties in London and, says Isobel Thomson CEO, Safeagent, the system is not fit for purpose.

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‘The property market needs a General Election to solve Brexit’

Senior industry figure makes unusually partisan comments about politics as frustration with damage Brexit is inflicting on the property market grows.

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Guest blog: Leasehold scandal is based on flawed data

The Government’s leasehold reforms are a reaction to inaccurate media headlines claims Mick Platt, Director at Simarc Property Management.

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Ultimate Estate Agents’ Guide – Housing ministers


The Negotiator runs a critical eye over the politicians who have taken on the housing brief, most of whom have not lasted long and achieved little.

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Housing ministry to trial reservation agreements in January

An official reveals the timetable and more details of its attempt to remove the 'heartache' of offers that fall through prior to exchange.

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