The latest survey of UK prime residential agents by AgentWise has found that referrals, agent relationships and existing databases are playing a far greater role in generating high-end buyer enquiries, as prime agents go 'off portal', highlighting the continued importance of collaboration within the prime property market.
AgentWise surveyed its member agents operating within the UK's...
More than one in three scheme-backed homes already sold as affordability pressures continue to drive buyer demand
The latest analysis from London estate agent Benham and Reeves has revealed that homes offering buyers additional support through affordability and purchasing schemes remain in strong demand, despite accounting for less than 2% of available housing stock across Great...
As a first-time buyer, the process of securing your first property can be a demanding and testing journey - one that will probably make you reconsider whether moving out is actually worth it. There are several organisations in the UK, like banks and local councils, that aim to make the buying process smoother, but even with their help, you can still find yourself up against unexpected...
A growing number of older homeowners say they're trapped in properties that no longer meet their needs, as new research commissioned by Uplifts reveals the UK is now facing a 'critical accessibility gap' in its housing market.
According to the study, one in four (25 per cent) people aged 55+ say their current home won't support their long‑term mobility - yet bungalows, the home type...
The latest research by GetAgent.co.uk has revealed that while artificial intelligence is increasingly being embraced across the property industry, the technology has yet to become a mainstream tool for buyers and sellers when it comes to searching for and marketing homes.
GetAgent commissioned a survey* of UK estate agents to understand how widely AI-powered search tools are...
Leading proptech firm Coadjute has today announced a major strategic shift towards full-service anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, positioning the fight against financial crime at the heart of its future growth. As part of this renewed focus, the company has appointed one of the UK's most recognisable and trusted property broadcasters, Phil Spencer, as an ambassador.
The latest analysis from award-winning mortgage adviser, Alexander Hall, has revealed that mortgage market momentum has been building steadily over the last three years, with average monthly approvals for both house purchases and remortgaging increasing, and further growth forecast across the first half of the year.
Alexander Hall analysed historic Bank of England data on mortgage...
New research from Alto , the UK's most popular and fastest growing estate and lettings CRM, reveals a growing people crisis inside Britain's estate agencies - with burnout rising sharply and mid-sized firms struggling to keep hold of staff, just as a wave of new regulation and cost pressures hits the sector.
The findings come from the newly released Alto 2026 Agency Trends Report...
The latest research from award-winning mortgage adviser, Alexander Hall , has revealed that - despite the government failing to leave any affordability-focused initiatives under the tree in the recent Autumn Budget - this Christmas is shaping up to be a far more positive one for the nation's homebuyers, as borrowers entering the market today are benefitting from greater choice, lower rates,...
The Autumn Budget has confirmed a series of major housing and property tax reforms that will reshape the market over the coming years. The measures place particular emphasis on higher value homes, revised council tax structures and long term planning reform.
Below is a breakdown of the announcements that directly affect the property market, together with reaction from across the...
