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Three quarters of prime agents say they'd move firms if their network moved with them

The latest survey of UK prime residential agents by AgentWise has found that three quarters would be more likely to move firms if they could take their professional network, industry relationships and deal history with them, highlighting what many believe to be one of the biggest barriers to career mobility within the agency sector.

The findings come as AgentWise launches its new collaboration...

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Industrial Noise Is Killing Residential Planning Applications

There is a particular kind of site that looks perfect on paper. A disused yard, an old depot, a parcel of cleared industrial land on the edge of a town, close to transport and services, exactly the sort of brownfield plot the government is urging developers to build on. The land is cheap, the policy backing is strong, and the housing need is obvious.

Then the noise assessment comes...

Heatwaves haven't diminished the appeal of south-facing gardens, but is that about to change?

The latest research from Yopa reveals that despite 81% of people saying they have been avoiding their garden during the recent heatwaves, south-facing gardens continue to be the preferred orientation of choice for UK homeowners, attracting house price premiums of over £20,000 on average. However, the insight from Yopa also suggests that should heatwaves become a more current occurrence over...

Heatwave courtesy crisis: More than half of Brits won't offer tradespeople a cold drink

With temperatures set to hit over 30 degrees within the coming weeks, tradespeople across the UK are preparing to work in challenging and potentially dangerous conditions. Construction workers and other outdoor trades are among those at increased risk of heat-related illness during periods of very hot weather, making hydration especially important. Against this backdrop, research from...

More than 5,300 land listings currently available across Britain, with a quarter listed in the past 30 days

The latest research from LandSale , the property portal dedicated to land and rural property, has revealed that there are an estimated 5,373 land listings currently available across Great Britain, with almost a quarter, 24.9%, listed in the past 30 days.

The analysis examined all land-only listings currently being marketed across Great Britain. LandSale assessed the volume of...

Britain Cannot Build Its Way Out of Crisis if Builders Are Going Bust: Jewson and Stark UK Launch National Campaign Demanding Urgent Government Action.

Britain's builders, tradespeople and construction businesses have united behind a national campaign calling for urgent government action to prevent the further decline of the country's most important industries.

The newly launched Let's Get Britain Building - NOW! campaign lead by Stark Building Materials UK and Jewson is warning that the construction sector has reached a critical...

New international study proves Britain really is a nation of gardeners, second only to Germany

British homeowners are devoted to their gardens. Germany embraces cottagecore-inspired living, while the Netherlands stands out for solar-powered homes and sustainable living. Though homeowner habits vary across countries, people share a common goal: creating homes that fit their lives. To better understand those differences and similarities, MyBuilder, in collaboration with its international...

Reapit partners with Just Move In to simplify home move admin and create new revenue opportunities for agents

Reapit, the leading provider of estate agency technology, has announced a new strategic partnership with Just Move In, the AI-native home move service. The partnership and integration will help agents better support their customers at the point of moving, while unlocking new revenue opportunities for agencies when utilities and services are purchased through the integration.

This new...

How Safer Neighbourhoods Can Influence Long-Term Property Values

Multiple factors can boost local property values, notably good schools, high-value employers, a vibrant local high street, and access to transport links. But, an increasingly important factor is safer, secure neighbourhoods.

Domestic property landlords and commercial buyers now pay more attention to evidence of good or declining neighbourhoods through property prices and other...

Is Buying Property in Marbella a Good Investment?

The Enduring Appeal of the Costa del Sol

British and international buyers continue to lead foreign property acquisitions in southern Spain, with the Costa del Sol remaining a primary focal point. Marbella has transitioned from a seasonal holiday destination into a year-round residential and economic hub. The region offers a pleasant Mediterranean climate, but the modern appeal lies equally in...

Fall-throughs down YoY but are costing UK estate agents £2.8m a day in delayed or lost income

The latest research from GetAgent has found that property fall-throughs are costing UK estate agents an estimated £2.8m per day in delayed or lost commission income, highlighting the substantial financial impact that failed transactions continue to have across the industry.

The research analysed residential property transactions that fell through during May 2026, alongside average...

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