ARLA Propertymark chief says too many agency bosses set unrealistic or unachievable targets that put negotiators under huge pressure.

Nicky Heathcote is to take similar chair role at conveyancers' trade body following months of industry tension over lengthening sales progressions.

Property professionals are being offered access to a free webinar hosted this week by The Conveyancing Foundation to help them with stress management.

The ongoing investigation into RICS treasury management is now being headed up by Alison Levitt QC, after departure of previous probe boss.

The Guild has launched its first Ofqual Level 3 qualification in direct competition with Propertymark and other training providers.

Thousands of vendors were waiting for 3rd March announcement on Stamp Duty, instructions which have now also been buoyed by Covid roadmap.

Kate Hawkins is the fifth senior Propertymark figure to leave the industry organisation in 18 months.

Trade organisation also wants to listen to its membership better and has set up a steering group to make this happen.