Anonymous bidding platform launches for England and Wales
A Stamford-based technology company has launched an anonymous bidding platform for residential property transactions in England and Wales, aiming to address issues surrounding gazumping and sales fall-throughs. Openforoffer.com, led by…
PropertyBox and Reapit launch integration for agents
PropertyBox has launched an integration with Reapit’s Agency Cloud platform, connecting the two systems to automate data transfer and reduce administrative tasks for estate agents during the property listing process.…
House swapping gains traction as alternative to rentals
Home exchange platforms are attracting property owners seeking to reduce accommodation costs during holidays, with participants reporting savings running into thousands of pounds annually. The model involves homeowners exchanging properties…
Landlords plan stricter tenant checks as new Act approaches
Nearly 70% of landlords intend to implement more rigorous tenant vetting procedures ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act coming into force on 1st May, according to new research. A survey…
Family-run agencies merge to create regional operation
Two independent estate agencies have merged to form a combined operation spanning the Scottish Borders, Northumberland, the Highlands and Northeast Scotland. Paton & Co and Peter Graham and Associates will…
Agency sale valuations depend on owner independence, says expert
Property agency owners planning an exit are being advised to focus on operational independence rather than just financial performance, as buyers increasingly scrutinise whether businesses can function without their founders.…
UK property listings rise 19% as withdrawal rate hits 46%
The UK property market recorded 441,000 new listings in the first 12 weeks of 2026, representing a 19.4% increase compared to the 2017-19 average, according to market data for the…
Major property firms announce senior appointments
Three property firms have announced senior appointments as the sector continues to expand operations and adapt to market conditions. Strutt & Parker has hired Shereen Akhtar as senior associate director…
Reform housing spokesperson criticised over Grenfell remarks
Simon Dudley, Reform UK’s newly appointed housing spokesperson, has faced calls for dismissal following comments he made regarding the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire and subsequent building safety regulations. Dudley, a…
Developer debt renders London flats unsellable
Seventeen leaseholders in an east London residential block have been unable to sell their properties for over a year due to an £850,000 debt owed by the building’s developer to…