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Dwelly acquires Stamford lettings firm in second 2026 deal
PropertyWire

<p>PropTech platform Dwelly has acquired Goodwin Property Services, a Stamford-based lettings and sales agency managing 330 properties. The deal marks Dwelly's second acquisition of 2026, supported by £69 million in new funding.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.propertywire.com/news/dwelly-acqui...

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Mortgage rates surge upward amid Iran conflict
Inman

After a week in which the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate fell below 6 percent for the first time in more than three years, rates reversed, hitting 6.15 percent on Tuesday in response to overseas conflict.

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AI comes into focus at Inman Connect New York 2026
Inman

Once again, the industry gathered in New York City, and AI was all the buzz. Here are just a few of the hottest takes.

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New anti-money laundering rule for cash purchases is now in effect
Inman

Under the new rule, when a legal entity or trust purchases a piece of residential real estate without the use of financing, closing or settlement agents must report details of the transaction.

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How an agent built a mom network — and a $100M real estate business
Inman

By digging into her interests, finding a niche and working her sphere, Megan Sullivan became one of Greenwich's top-earning agents, highly regarded for her off-market deals.

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C21 CEO: ‘The broker with the strongest recruiting mindset wins’
Inman

Recruiting is a discipline, Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler writes, in which consistency matters more than perfection and conversations create opportunity.

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Mortimer Street Capital arranges £8.25m bridge for London portfolio
PropertyWire

<p>Mortimer Street Capital has arranged an £8.25 million multi-asset bridging facility through Lendhub for the acquisition and repositioning of an £11 million portfolio of London residential properties. The 12-month facility was priced at 0.79% per calendar month and included a £900,000 day-one capi...

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Former housing secretary to face industry questions at conference
PropertyWire

<p>Angela Rayner, who resigned as Housing Secretary in September 2024, will address property professionals at the Propertymark One conference this summer. The session will allow estate and lettings agents to question her about policy decisions made during her tenure.</p> <p>The post <a href="https:/...

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London Renters Union escalates rent control campaign
PropertyWire

<p>The London Renters Union has announced plans to intensify its campaign for rent controls in the capital, scheduling a series of events aimed at formulating specific policy demands for London's rental market. The campaign will commence with a panel discussion on 12 March, followed by a members-onl...

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Tribunal rules public towpath exempts property from higher SDLT
PropertyWire

<p>A First-tier Tribunal has ruled that a £4.5 million property in Marlow with a public towpath running through it should be classified as mixed-use for Stamp Duty purposes, reducing the tax liability from £586,250 to £214,500. HMRC is considering whether to appeal the decision.</p> <p>The post <a h...

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Major estate agency groups carry debt exceeding £700m
PropertyWire

<p>Recent company accounts reveal major UK estate agency groups are carrying combined debt exceeding £700m, with annual interest payments running into tens of millions. The Lomond group holds debt of £313.6m, while Leaders Romans Group's borrowings stand at £371m.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://ww...

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Bright MLS hires Steve Mapes as EVP of growth and strategy
HousingWire

Bright MLS hires Steve Mapes as EVP of growth and strategy, tasking him with footprint expansion plus revenue and partnerships.

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£191m student accommodation up for sale in Central London market
PropertyWire

<p>A Purpose-Built Student Accommodation development in London Paddington is set to be sold for in excess of £191 million. Citi View has been operational since the start of the 2024/25 academic year, operated by Prestige Student Living. Naresh Abrol at Union Property Developments, said: “We acquired...

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Rents drop in East of England
PropertyWire

<p>The cost of renting has dropped by 4.5% across the East of England, favouring today’s cohort of tenants, Goodlord’s Rental Index has found. Those in the South West have also seen a 1% annual reduction in average rents in February 2026 year-on-year. Rents are increasing in the North, rising by 9% ...

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Plugging the property insurance gap
PropertyWire

<p>For most in the world of business, Q4 2025 was dominated by the Chancellor’s second Autumn Statement and the swirling uncertainty surrounding it. While 2026 has begun with some more positive economic indicators, there’s no doubt that things remain tough out there. The pressure on pubs in particul...

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Hardest for Welsh landlords to meet green housing targets
PropertyWire

<p>Investors living in the Powys county in Wales would have to spend 148% of their annual rental income to bring their EPC ratings to C, Just Landlords analysis reveals. Under the government’s Warm Homes Plan, all tenancies are required to have a minimum EPC rating of C by 1st October 2030. While th...

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Why some of the most expensive housing markets are also the fastest
HousingWire

Median days on market reveal a pricing paradox: higher-priced metros sell faster than mid-priced markets as purchasing power drives demand.

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When timing the dip goes wrong: The cost of staying on the sidelines
HousingWire

We are all conditioned to wait for the dip. We do it instinctively. We wait for a sale before making a major purchase. We wait for airfare prices to soften. We wait for a pullback before committing capital to a stock. In many areas of life, patience is rewarded, and timing feels like a skill that ca...

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UWM and Bilt partner to redefine the mortgage servicing experience
HousingWire

As competition intensifies, United Wholesale Mortgage partners with Bilt to boost borrower loyalty, broker retention and high-intent homebuyer leads through rewards. Learn more about why you should partner with the largest lender in the United States, UWM.

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Midwest housing markets surge as demand absorbs homes faster than new listings
HousingWire

Housing demand is accelerating as buyers absorb homes faster than new listings. Midwest markets lead the surge while inventory tightens nationwide.

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