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How to become a luxury real estate agent
HousingWire

If selling luxury homes is your goal, follow our tips to learn how to do it successfully in your market.

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Leasehold charges escalate as reform legislation stalls
PropertyWire

<p>Leaseholders across England report substantial increases in service charges and reserve fund contributions as government delays implementation of leasehold reform legislation. Cases include charges rising from £4,500 to £40,000 over five years, with some residents unable to sell properties.</p> <...

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5 things buyers and sellers don’t care about (and what DOES matter)
Inman

When you stop making marketing about yourself and start making it about buyers and sellers, Jimmy Burgess writes, everything changes.

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Super Bowl ads aren’t playing the same game anymore
Inman

Super Bowl ads aren’t just competing with each other anymore. They’re reflecting a broader shift across platforms, algorithms and media strategy, where visibility is earned through intent, clarity and relevance rather than volume or spectacle.

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Overseas investors hold 203,000 properties across England and Wales
PropertyWire

<p>International investors own 202,568 properties across England and Wales, with ownership levels remaining stable year-on-year. Hong Kong nationals represent the largest group at 13.8%, while London accounts for one-third of all overseas-owned homes.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywir...

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LSL acquires property search firm to expand conveyancing
PropertyWire

<p>LSL, the parent company of Reeds Rains and Your Move, has acquired Huddersfield-based National Search Service to expand its conveyancing operation. The property search firm will join LSL's existing Homefast conveyancing service.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire.com/news/lsl-acqui...

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Foxtons shares drop 8% despite Birmingham acquisition
PropertyWire

<p>Foxtons Group shares have fallen 8% in five days to 51.80p despite the London-based estate agency acquiring its first business outside the South East. The company reported flat operating profit of approximately £22 million despite 5% revenue growth to £172 million for 2024.</p> <p>The post <a hre...

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Judge says $350,000 was equity, not loan, in Platinum One ruling
HousingWire

A Michigan court ruled $350K sent to Platinum One was an equity investment, awarding $281K in damages and dismissing NEXA’s claims.

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A peace offering? NAR releases financial roadmap amid member tension
HousingWire

NAR’s 2025 annual report shows a $50 million expense cut, 14% headcount reduction, and a move to zero-based budgeting for 2026.

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Non-Realtor access has altered the MLS landscape. How common is it?
Inman

Since the National Association of Realtors announced its policy change, more MLSs have provided updates on their membership requirements. Here's what Intel has learned surveying hundreds of real estate agents in recent months.

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Justine Edmonds promoted to director at LRG’s BTR division
PropertyWire

<p>Property consultancy LRG has promoted Justine Edmonds to Director of its Build to Rent division, advancing from her previous position as Head of Build to Rent and Leasing Strategies. Edmonds has over 20 years of experience in the UK property sector.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywi...

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New housing developments linked to price decline in nearby homes
PropertyWire

<p>Large-scale housing developments may negatively impact property values in surrounding areas, according to an analysis of Land Registry data covering 14 locations across England. The investigation found that average house prices in rural areas fell by £7,000 after major developments were built wit...

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Breaking down The Renters Rights Act
PropertyWire

<p>This year landlords have to cope with a new piece of legislation, The Renters Rights Act. PropertyWire provides a summary for those looking to prepare before a number of the changes come into force in May. Abolition of Section 21 The abolition of Section 21 &#8216;no fault evictions&#8217; will p...

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SCA Tax launches stamp duty review service for conveyancers
PropertyWire

<p>SCA Tax has launched Post Complete, a stamp duty calculation and review service designed to ease the compliance burden on conveyancers. The service has been launched ahead of the HMRC proposed tax adviser registration changes, which are due in May 2026, which means filing SDLT returns is treated ...

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Opinion: Second charge now as big as bridging
PropertyWire

<p>Second charge lending volumes are soaring, leading to suggestions the industry is surpassing bridging in terms of activity. The Finance &#38; Leasing Association reported that new second charge business volumes rose 27% year-on-year in November 2025, alongside a 28% annual increase by value. Matt...

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Indianapolis crowned the most ‘buyer-friendly’ market in 2026
Inman

The South, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic dominated Zillow's buyer-friendly markets list, with homebuyers finding favorable pricing trends and greater negotiation leverage.

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Homebuyers canceled deals at their highest rate ever in December
Inman

Homebuyers in the U.S. canceled about 40,000 purchase agreements during the month of December — a record for any December dating back to at least 2017.

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The Byron Effect: A legacy of leadership, service and results
Inman

The real impact of your work rarely shows up at the closing table. Instead, it echoes throughout the years as your clients live their lives and make the memories that matter to them.

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Warm Homes Plan could benefit letting agents
PropertyWire

<p>Letting agents could benefit from regulatory changes like the Warm Homes plan, as it’s becoming harder for DIY landlords to cope with the burden. That’s according to Ian Macbeth, managing partner of brokerage Avocado Property. Macbeth said: “When you combine EPC changes with the abolition of Sect...

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UK Haven Status Under Pressure as Geopolitical Risks Rise
PropertyWire

<p>While the Chancellor talked up Britain’s appeal to global investors in Davos last week, the property market is still digesting Labour’s first two Budgets. The Chancellor offered encouraging words in the Swiss town of Davos last week about the importance of attracting overseas capital to the UK. “...

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