Nigel Lewis looks at how the lettings industry is under attack from the most unlikely quarter – a Conservative government.
Read MoreSize matters
Business analyst Adam Walker asks if the odds are too stacked against smaller letting agents, when it comes to compliance and avoidance of crippling fines.
Read MoreBig fish, little fish…
Nigel Lewis articulates a growing trend we’re witnessing in our industry – the growth of large groups by acquisition.
Read MoreFriends, Romans, Leaders…
Peter Kavanagh heads up the 160-branch Leaders Romans Group, the pinnacle of a 33-year career. Nigel Lewis asked him how it’s navigating a fast-changing property industry.
Read MoreA new perspective
Meet Rebecca Marsh, the industry’s new Property Ombudsman. Fresh into her new role, The Negotiator presses her on the key issues that face the industry and TPO.
Read MoreSafe haven – take shelter in lettings
Richard Reed discovers that for many, lettings has turned out to be a port in a perfect storm. So why not acquire a lettings business?
Read MoreWe mustn’t let COVID-19 affect training!
As regular readers of The Negotiator will know, says Frances Burkinshaw, I am a great proponent of specialised training for letting agents and landlords, however…
Read MoreStrike a light! Electricity regulations are on the way!
Electrical safety really is an ‘old chestnut’, says Frances Burkinshaw – the lettings industry has been calling for more regulation on this subject for many, many years.
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