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Homes near best nurseries command six-figure premiums
Demand from families who want to live within walking distance of 'outstanding' nurseries is pushing up prices.
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Short-term fix mortgage warning issued by Propertymark
Propertymark President Mary-Lou Press says homebuyers should avoid making loan decisions based solely on rate forecasts.
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Government rejects calls for new HMO powers
Councils have sufficient tools to manage HMOs on a local level, says Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook.
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Industry reacts to Halifax revealing fall in house prices
Affordability pressures and global uncertainty are keeping a lid on prices, despite continued market activity, says Halifax’s Amanda Bryden.
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Your Move Margate becomes part of National Home Move
As part of the LSL Estate Agency Franchising branch resale programme, National Home Move has completed the acquisition of Your…
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Digital ID fiasco sparks investment warning
MyIdentity has advised companies against further investment in digital identity systems after MPs said the Government’s plans were “doomed to…
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Eviction cases ‘jumped 6%’ before Renters’ Rights Act came in
Sim Sekhon at LegalforLandlords says that "many landlords accelerated possession proceedings while Section 21 was still available".
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Legal challenge to Luton’s landlord licensing schemes fails
Licensing will “improve housing conditions”, says Councillor Alia Khan, after the council successfully defends legal challenge.
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Free Zoopla masterclass on winning instructions
New six-part video series with Ian Preston focuses on helping agents convert valuation enquiries into instructions.
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Former Connells CEO claims he was bullied
David Livesey says he was victim of bullying by chief executive of Connells' owner, Skipton Building Society.
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