estate agents News

Successive governments have widely encouraged homeownership but the impact of the recession has led to a structural change

Speculation surrounding base rate rises saw remortgage applications make up 32 percent of all mortgage applications in January, a five percent increase on the previous month.

In a newly created role Christine will work with a global network of more than 500 Sotheby's International Realty offices, which operate in 44 countries, to provide all-round property expertise both domestically and internationally

UK private rental properties are being let within 15 days on average - 5 days quicker than a year ago, report Countrywide, the UK's largest letting agent and property services Group

Andrew Jarrold appointed Head of Westcountry Property Auctions

Andrew Cowell has been appointed Social Housing Manager for Countrywide, the UK's largest property services Group.

Four months after launching its website, the property portal houseinthesun.com presents a new section for holiday rentals.

AS well as picking up the keys to their new Leicestershire home, Dave and Pat Bennett got an extra surprise when they moved with estate agent Harrison Murray – a £2,000 luxury holiday.

In what is being described as the next chapter in estate agency, British agents are now able to add a whole new revenue stream to their business by representing buyers as well as sellers.

Countrywide, the UK's largest mortgage broker and property services Group, has announced Alan Snowball's retirement from the business.

The buy-to-let mortgage market continues to grow with applications increasing by 4 percent in November, which is partly driven by lenders to competitively price products.

Countrywide Surveying Services has been appointed by HSBC to undertake valuations for its UK brands and businesses, as part of a new agreement that commenced in November.

Special envoys for the Britsh Ambassador to Spain, Giles Paxman, arrive in Chiclana on fact finding mission.

Countrywide Surveying Services has been appointed sole valuation panel manager for Kent Reliance Building Society.

London Sotheby's International Realty has hired prime central London specialist Nicole Bisson to launch a residential lettings business across central London.

Remortgage activity picked up pace in October, making up 25 percent of all applications and reaching its highest level since March 2009. Consumer confidence has played a key role in this development as a growing number of customers.

Countrywide, the UK's largest mortgage broker and property services group, has signed an agreement with the insurer MarketGuard to distribute its rate capping insurance product, RateGuard.

Leaders are pleased to announce that the winner of their Excellence in Customer Service Award this month is Brighton-based Property Management Team Leader, Claire Bailey...

Letting specialists Leaders are delighted to have been short-listed for the prestigious Sussex Company of the Year award in this year’s Sussex Business Awards...

Countrywide has appointed a new Managing Director for their Land and New Homes division.

Leaders are proud to announce that their Property Management department in Worthing has won the company’s prestigious award for best Property Management Department of the Year 2010.

Darwoods is part of Leaders, the UK’s largest independent lettings chain. Every year the firm awards prizes to a number of its branches and staff for outstanding achievements in a variety of categories...

Children suffering from life-limiting illnesses will enjoy some Magic Moments thanks to a charity calendar made by staff from Darlows and haart estate agents.

Since taking up the post in April David has conducted some 240 viewings on behalf of Harrison Murray – ticking all the boxes with his general interest in property, his communication skills, rapport with customers and local knowledge.

After thieves stole,all of their winter food supply and wrecked various installations, Lesley McEwan, managing director of estae agent Cadizcasa appealed to friends and clients to rais funds.

Following his annual report earlier in the year, Christopher Hamer, the Property Ombudsman, recommended that lettings agents should be regulated to protect both tenants and landlords.

New tenant registering in Q3 reach 61,000.

Top rated local house builder Devonshire Homes are celebrating for a third consecutive year after scooping another NHBC Pride in the Job Quality Award, at Moorhayes Park, Tiverton, Devon.

The Antalya property market continues to offer amazing opportunities to investors. The burst in increasing properties for sale have gone hand in hand with the substantial drop in real estate prices, especially in the last few years.

After a successful start in Fulham, Gilli Estate Agents are delighted to announce the launch of their first franchise in West Kensington. Gilli West Kensington will be covering residential property market on both sale and letting sides.

PROUD winners of Harrison Murray’s Challenge Cup for two consecutive months are the Melton Mowbray team – beating off competition from the company’s other 17 branches around the region.

Callaways estate & letting agents in Brighton and Hove have been nominated for a major property award by the Negotiator magazine.

Local Surveyors Direct has taken another step closer to its target of becoming the ultimate property services comparison site with a significant expansion across a number of core trade areas.

On Wednesday, 25 August 2010, Gilli Estate Agents announced the launch of estate agency franchise offer for property professionals in London.

The Consumer Protection Act (CPA), due to take effect on 25 October this year, will mainly force agents to ensure property sellers and buyers understand the wording and legal effect of all contracts they enter into.

Burnley has become a popular location for any Property Developer due to it's easy access to all the Motorway Networks, prices of property and the 10 million development of Burnley University.

Lesley McEwan of Cadiz Casa estate agents based in Chiclana but covering the Costa d la Luz, comments on the resurgence of the property market in Spain and the strengthening pound.

Harrison Murray is helping to remove as much of the stress as possible throughout the experience, with dedicated listing teams in branches company-wide turning their attention and expertise to a seller’s needs.

Spain has something to cheer about! Worthy world cup winners.

The fabulous and popular beaches of Chiclana and Sancti Petri have received top quality awards.

PROUD winners of Harrison Murray’s Challenge Cup are the team from the Enderby office – beating off competition from the company’s other 17 branches around the region.

HARRISON Murray estate agents will be among the many fund-raising runners lining up for a charity challenge in Leicestershire next month.

Lesley McEwan, Managing director of well know Costa de la Luz estate agent cadizcasa has announced their sponsorship on the new radio online radio station. Lesley also hosts a weekly magazine show, gossip girls.

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Manchester based IT company launches latest marketing package for estate agents

HARRISON Murray’s Kameron Hutchinson has become the company’s latest estate agent to gain the industry’s NAEA Technical Award for the Sale of Residential Property.

Accredited by NAEA & ARLA, Redstones is a leading firm providing property services in UK which is continuously stepping forward towards betterment in quality letting services developing property at local as well as national level.

A magnificent five-bedroom detached home oozing character, history and charm, is currently being sold through independent estate agents and valuers Harrison Murray.

40% of all mobile marketing professionals are using SMS call to action marketing to generate leads and deliver relevant promotions to prospects.

Gilli, Fulham-based estate agency, has unveiled plans for a fully functional property search application for mobile phone users.