The Negotiator Awards Lifetime Achievement Award 2016 was presented to Frances Burkinshaw, who received a standing ovation from all 740 guests. Here’s her story.

Marc Da Silva meets Stephen Shipperley, Group Executive Chairman of Connells Group about innovation and the art of retaining great people.

Last month Paul Shamplina reported on the rising tide of tenant evictions, this month, Michael Portman, MD of LetRisks, says that prevention is better than cure.

The story of two managers who put professional development as a top priority. But what do they do and just how do they find the time? They share their tips with Rachel…

Richard Lambert, Chief Executive Officer of the National Landlords Association, wonders what the knock-on will be on tenants on welfare.

With a new Government focus on first time buyers, Matt Dendle says “Modernise now to make sure you’ll be able to navigate the rush!”

How do you feel winning a Negotiator Award? These winners say, “ecstatic!”, “shocked”, “fantastic”, “honoured” and “absolutely thrilled!”

Peter Rollings famously helped steer Foxtons and more recently Marsh & Parsons to phenomenal success. Nigel Lewis meets him as he looks back on his career.

Property recruitment specialist DSR point to their success as being more than luck.

Benham & Reeves Residential Lettings continues its expansion, opening its 14th lettings branch on-site at the Marine Wharf property development in Surrey Quays, SE16.