Richard Selwyn was due to be the organisation's President next year and his sudden departure leaves a big gap in its succession process.

Brighton franchisees Nathan Crombie and Wai Lam hoover up local rival and triple the size of their lettings portfolio overnight.

With a lot of hard work and commitment, a franchise could get you where you want to go a lot more quickly, says Nigel Lewis, but which franchise might be the best…

Its upbeat half-year report reveals increased average revenue for its branches, although four of its own closed after being merged with neighbouring offices by franchisees.

Company says its 300 branches paid it increased management fees both from sales and lettings during the first six months of this year.

It’s a tough life for agents right now. Both independents and the big corporates are under pressure, so, says Andrea Kirkby is franchising the way to weather the storm?

The sales and lettings business of Lincolnshire firm Escritt Barrell Golding have been acquired, although its commercial and agricultural divisions continue.

Veteran of industry with 40-year track record in franchising to steer company's board as co-founder steps down.

Claim is made within research by property expert Kate Faulkner, commissioned by leading estate agency chain, Belvoir.

Franchising giant's 30-second advert will be shown 400,000 and is expected to reach 700,000 people.