Author: Benjamin

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: More people registered to buy in May 2025 than in any May since 2021, suggesting that some of the pent-up demand from the last few years, helped by falling mortgage rates, continues to support moves, according to Hamptons. The estate agency, part of the Connells Group, report that there were 3% more applicants looking to buy in Great Britain in May compared to the same month last year, up from a 10% year-on-year decline in April. The year-on-year change in the number of people looking to buy a home has returned…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: Propertymark saw turnover increase by 7.1% to £9.86m last year, while growing its membership by 4.3% to 18,711, the latest figures show. Looking ahead, the trade body says its priorities are clear: continue to expand our training offer, launch new corporate and company membership categories, and continue shaping the future of the sector through policy, technology, and standards. “Our strategic investments are not just supporting industry excellence – they’re shaping its future,” said Bill Butler, non-executive chair of the Board at Propertymark. “We are firmly positioned as architects of a more…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: UK house price data for May has just been released by Halifax revealing a fall in the average value of a property in the UK. House prices fell by an average of 0.4% in May compared with a rise of 0.3% in April The average property price now stands at £296,648 compared to £297,798 last month. The annual rate of growth has slowed to 2.5% from 3.2% in April. Overall house prices have remained stable so far this year. House price growth across Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland continues to…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: Elizabeth Knight joins Moveli to head up international growth  Elizabeth Knight Elizabeth Knight has just joined the fast growing self-employed brokerage model, Moveli. Knight, an experienced estate agent, has a background in law and over a decade of experience in property investment, and client consultancy. Moveli’s co-founder, Ben Littlewood, said: “Liz is well placed to expand the Moveli network with strategic international brokers. This will reinforce our operations domestically, and is part of our wider vision for a super-connected upper-market network and brand.”     Hallam land managing director to…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: From shiny suits to gay dinosaurs, this podcast episode is a hilarious and unexpectedly heartfelt deep-dive into what makes the property industry tick. The latest episode of Pass the Syrup, hosted by me, Ben Madden, and co-hosted by Propertymark President Harry Truman, brings together another panel of property personalities for an episode that somehow blends estate agency icks, 1970s Hackney house prices, and dream teams featuring Sir David Attenborough, Stephen Fry, and a five-year-old aspiring agent. Guests include marketing maestro Simon Ledbetter, industry veteran Mike Day, rising star Mia Evans,…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: A well-established estate agency has closed after being acquire by a rival firm. Donald Cope & Company, which has ceased to exist after more than 60 years, has ‘passed the mantle over’ to James Du Pavey. In a social media post, Donald Cope & Company stated: “Donald Cope & Company has now closed and we have passed the mantle over to James Du Pavey, independent estate agents. So from the team at Donald Cope & Company it’s an emotional thank you and goodbye. Please join us in welcoming James and…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: Chris Webb If you’ve spent any time online recently, you’ll know there’s a lot of talk about social media being the future of estate agency marketing. “If you’re not posting daily, you’re invisible.” “Video content is essential.” “Facebook ads will transform your business.” And while social media is undeniably powerful, the reality is that rarely is one marketing channel enough on its own. The best estate agents aren’t just active on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. They understand that to truly dominate their local market, they need to be everywhere, combining…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: Island Escapes has been acquired by UK-based Sapphire Holidays. The Isle of Man holiday lettings agency, which manages more than 150 properties across the island, will continue to operate under its existing brand and with all staff retained. The company will remain based in Castletown. Family-owned Sapphire Holidays, a Cornwall-based group, manages more than 2,500 properties across the UK through brands including Classic Cottages, Aspects Holidays, Boutique Retreats and Unique Hideaways. Simon Tregoning, Sapphire’s chairman, told the press: “Our company was founded on professionalism and excellent service,…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: Ivan Ralph Expanding Edinburgh estate agents and solicitors Ralph Sayer has moved to a larger headquarters in the city as it prepares to welcome a dozen new members of staff in the coming weeks. The firm has been growing rapidly since launching in October 2022, the new influx taking the head count to 42 with the business having started out with 15 personnel. Among the arrivals will be two highly experienced paralegals, a PA, an estate agent, a purchase negotiator, two trainee solicitors and four modern apprentices. The new office…

[openai_chatbot] rewrite this content and keep HTML tags as is: Welcome to the 21st UK Property Market Stats Show of 2025, your go to weekly ‘TV show’ on the UK property market. This week, I am joined by Toby Martin, as we delve into the key property market headlines for 21st week of 2025 ending on the 1st June 2025. Don’t forget that all numbers are down from the previous week’s (week 20) as it was late May Bank Holiday.   ✅ Listings (New Properties on the Market) 31.9k new listings this week (last week 41.3k) YTD 5% higher than Week…