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<p>Property businesses are adopting different timing strategies for technology implementation, ranging from first mover positions to delayed adoption. Industry analysis suggests the approach taken can be as significant as the technology itself in determining competitive outcomes.</p> <p>The post <a ...

<p>Connells Group has acquired Denny &#038; Salmond, an estate and letting agency based in Malvern, Worcestershire, marking the company's 14th acquisition in 2025. The agency will retain its brand identity with all four staff members continuing in their roles.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.pr...

<p>Savills has restructured its Private Office leadership, appointing Rory McMullen as co-head alongside Alex Christian. The division comprises 25 real estate specialists based across multiple international locations, serving high-net-worth individuals and family offices.</p> <p>The post <a href="ht...

California’s recent wildfires created immediate displacement, financial hardship and profound uncertainty for thousands of homeowners. But this is not just a California story.

A new survey of homebuilding executives points to improved 2026 expectations, even as demand uncertainty remains elevated. Tony Avila explains the structural shift in builder finance and what makes a builder fundable today.

The idea of “lender choice”, or the insinuation that mortgage lenders will choose the credit score that allows them to originate more mortgages, relies on the myth of adverse selection. This concept assumes a level of discretion and disorder that simply does not reflect how the current (or future) m...

An Arizona man, his wife and their 7-month-old daughter have become winners of Redfin's Great American Home Search, a contest to locate and win a $1 million home, which Redfin launched on Super Bowl Sunday.

<p>Consumer trust in estate agents has reached 51% in the UK, according to research published by iamproperty. The figure represents an improvement in public perception of the profession, which has historically ranked among the least trusted sectors.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire....

<p>The John Lewis Partnership has withdrawn from a £500 million agreement to develop nearly 1,000 build-to-rent homes across three London and Reading sites, citing deteriorating economic conditions. The decision marks another retreat from the diversification strategy established under former leaders...

On April 22, Inman On Tour lands at the Country Music Hall of Fame for a one-day experience built for agents who want direction in a shifting market. From consolidation to AI to back-to-basics lead generation, every session is designed to answer one pressing question: What should you be doing right ...

Opendoor is testing an in-house mortgage product, reviving its lending ambitions as it pushes toward a fully integrated, end-to-end transaction platform.

Coldwell Banker Warburg's Kevelyn Guzman breaks down ancillary income streams for agents, including referral networks, investments, speaking and content.

An agent's single-minded focus on commission only can bring chaos to a brokerage, managing broker Derek Carlson writes. Here's what to watch for when you're recruiting top talent.

<p>Reform UK has pledged to repeal the Renters' Rights Act if elected, with the party arguing the legislation has made renting too risky for landlords. Tenant advocacy groups have criticised the proposal, which would affect England's 11 million private renters.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.p...

<p>A Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member has indicated three interest rate cuts could occur in 2026. Alan Taylor cited easing inflation and a weakening labour market as key factors in the outlook.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire.com/news/bank-of-england-mpc-member-fore...

<p>The Government has published guidance clarifying how student tenancy rules will operate under the Renters' Rights Act, which takes effect on 1 May 2026. The guidance includes a transitional period allowing landlords to serve two months' notice instead of four between May and July 2026.</p> <p>The...

<p>Rightmove is expected to be relegated from the FTSE 100 to the FTSE 250 index next week, following months of declining share prices that have reached five-year lows. The property portal's market capitalisation has dropped below the threshold required for inclusion in the London Stock Exchange's t...

<p>One third of independent estate agencies with fewer than five branches consider DIY property platforms such as OpenRent to be a major threat to their business, according to research from CRM provider Alto. The findings reveal a significant divide between small and large agencies in their percepti...

For over a decade, mortgage technology has pursued one overarching goal: speed. Faster applications. Faster disclosures. Faster underwriting. Faster closings. Loan origination systems (LOS) have evolved. APIs replaced fax machines. Automation compressed timelines from weeks to days—or even hours. On...

<p>A thinktank has proposed that English councils establish their own workforces to install home insulation, moving away from private contractors. The proposal follows findings that 98% of homes under previous schemes required repairs.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire.com/news/think...