Confusion over mask-wearing in branches as estate agents ask for official ‘clarity’ on rules (TN)
Connells, Propertymark and The Guild all have differing interpretations of the Covid regulations after ‘unclear’ guidance from Cabinet Office.
Warning: LinkedIn profile misusing the name of Brown Rudnick LLP
LinkedIn profile misusing the name of Brown Rudnick LLP regarding a supposed inheritance.
MPs back “one peppercorn” ground rents for new builds (TC)
The Leasehold Reform Bill has been backed by MPs, passing its first stage in the Commons on Monday.
Face masks legally required in estate agent offices as new rules come in (PIE)
Face masks are legally required in estate and letting agents from today after the government extended the list of settings at which they will be mandatory.
New enforcement kits to help councils clampdown on rogue agents (PIE)
In a bid to help trading standards teams stamp out rogue agents in the private rented sector (PRS) and ensure consumers are protected, safeagent has published its latest Effective Enforcement […]
New build prices may soar to cover raft of energy efficiency moves (EAT)
The price of new build homes could soar if developers are expected to pay for additional energy efficiency measures not necessarily seen in other types of residential property.
Amazing – One in every 16 homes has been sold this year
By the end of 2021, one in 16 homes will have changed hands, making it the busiest property market since 2007 according to a Zoopla analysis.
Purplebricks in new share collapse as Omicron spooks investors
Purplebricks share price collapsed by another 9.6 per cent on Friday.
Government launches Help to Build scheme
The Government has launched its new ‘Help to Build’ equity loan scheme, designed to help self-builders in England access mortgage finances with a low deposit.
Emails misusing the name of Warcup Law Firm Limited
Emails have been sent falsely claiming to be from Warcup Law Firm Limited requesting the recipient to click on a link to view documents.
Forget Help To Buy Equity Loan – welcome to Deposit Unlock (EAT)
A housebuilding-led mortgage indemnity scheme called Deposit Unlock has now been launched nationally with 17 major developers taking part.
Pilot scheme announced to limit second home ownership (EAT)
A pilot scheme has been announced to test ways of limiting second home ownership and reducing the impact additional properties have on local areas.