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Estate agents give Bank downbeat message on market conditions

The Bank of England says agents report only "marginal improvement this month", with "little evidence of a pick-up in viewings or transactions". The post Estate agents give Bank downbeat message on mar...

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Investigation launched after major conveyancing firm shuts doors

PM Law operated five offices and traded under several different names before it closed abruptly last week. The post Investigation launched after major conveyancing firm shuts doors appeared first on T...

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Upmarket estate agency rescued in administration sale

Kent-based Harpers & Hurlingham continues trading after a buyer completes a same-day purchase. The post Upmarket estate agency rescued in administration sale appeared first on The Negotiator.

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Government cash grab risks higher fees and delays for homebuyers, warn conveyancers

Plan to take away client account interest risks slowing property transactions as conveyancing firms lose vital funds. The post Government cash grab risks higher fees and delays for homebuyers, warn co...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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London borough brings in some of the country’s toughest landlord rules

Brent’s licensing schemes now cover all types of HMOs as well as standard rental homes. The post London borough brings in some of the country’s toughest landlord rules appeared first on The Negotiator...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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The ICNY conversations you can’t afford to miss: The Download

This week's Download puts together some of the most impactful individual conversations that occurred at Inman Connect New York, plus how-tos to help you do more this spring. The post The ICNY conversa...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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Stop chasing leads: How ‘boring’ built this $750M brokerage

On this episode, broker Eric Bramlett dives deep into the systems, philosophy and people that power his high-retention (90 percent), high-referral brokerage of 148 agents. The post Stop chasing leads:...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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Freedman: Free market scores an early victory over PLNs

Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman looks at Zillow's early win in its fight with Compass and its implications for the future of PLNs. The post Freedman: Free market scores an early victory over PL...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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Acquired brands are warming to Compass tech — but divided on Private Exclusives: Intel survey

A new Inman Intel survey goes inside the Compass-Anywhere merger — including insights from 155 real estate agents and 39 brokerage leaders from within the newly combined organization. The post Acquire...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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Markets in the South emerge as big losers in annual home price growth

Several Southern markets that entered a boom phase during the COVID-19 pandemic are facing a market correction now as home prices continue to normalize. The post Markets in the South emerge as big los...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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Affordability reaches 4-year high after January rate drop

Softening rates opened the door for 4.8 million borrowers to refinance their mortgages in January, the highest level in four years. However, affordability levels remain below pre-pandemic levels. The ...

Feb 09, 2026 • 5 min read

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Best Nespresso Pod Coffee Machine: Perfect for espresso and barista-style drinks

Nothing can kickstart your day quite like a good cup of coffee. While there are plenty of methods out there over how to make a... The post Best Nespresso Pod Coffee Machine: Perfect for espresso and b...

Feb 08, 2022 • 5 min read

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Best Samsung Galaxy S22 Case: Protect your phone with these top picks

The Samsung Galaxy S22 has finally been unveiled and if you want to upgrade to Samsung’s latest handset then you need to make sure that... The post Best Samsung Galaxy S22 Case: Protect your pho...

Feb 10, 2022 • 5 min read

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Best Galaxy S22 Ultra Case: The top picks to protect Samsung’s flagship

As one of the most prolific powerhouse flagship phones of the year, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra costs a small fortune (particularly if you buy... The post Best Galaxy S22 Ultra Case: The top picks to...

Feb 11, 2022 • 5 min read

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Best Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Case: Top picks for keeping your phone safe

With a large 6.6-inch AMOLED display that’s capable of a 120Hz refresh rate, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus is easily one of the most luxurious... The post Best Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus Case: Top pi...

Feb 14, 2022 • 5 min read

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Best Bean-to-Cup Coffee Machine: Freshly ground coffee at the touch of a button

From Nespresso pods to drip filters, there’s no shortage of ways to make a great cup of coffee at home, but if you want the... The post Best Bean-to-Cup Coffee Machine: Freshly ground coffee at ...

Feb 15, 2022 • 5 min read

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Best Gaming Headset: Best picks for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X

Whether you’re a competitive gamer or a fan of single-player blockbusters, the audio quality of your game is essential for a great experience. For this... The post Best Gaming Headset: Best picks for ...

Feb 16, 2022 • 5 min read

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Best iPhone 13 Pro Case: Top picks for protecting Apple’s flagship phone

The iPhone 13 Pro is a powerhouse of a phone that easily stands as one of the best handsets you can buy in 2022. Its... The post Best iPhone 13 Pro Case: Top picks for protecting Apple’s flagshi...

Feb 17, 2022 • 5 min read