Marc Da Silva

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Dexters has appointed Ash Kashyap to the position of the new CEO of the estate agency group, succeeding Andy Shepherd who has announced that he will be retiring in March 2026. Kashyap joined Dexters as chief financial officer in June 2014 and with over 20 years’ experience in estate agency, working closely in partnership with Shepherd, has propelled the business forwards to record turnover and consistent profits.

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Foxtons has just announced first quarter group revenue up 24% to £44.1m (Q1 2024: £35.7m), as the estate agency capitalised on heightened levels of market activity ahead of the 31 March 2025 stamp duty relief deadline. The company is trading in line with management’s expectations.

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Zoopla has shared an update on how it’s driven stronger results for agents in Q1. This includes a 19% surge in valuation lead quality for agents as more consumers turn to the portal for a valuation. Valuation lead quality is up 19% year on year, with a marked increase in potential sellers submitting a lead intending to move in the next three months. Zoopla also remains the preferred portal for consumers looking for a property valuation.

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Grant BatesA new estate agency has launched in London by Grant J Bates, previously of Hamptons. Grant J Bates Property will primarily focus on the upper end of the property market in prime central London. Bates, who spent 13 years at Hamptons operating across various senior roles, brings over 20 years of experience working in estate agency in London and overseas. He said: “We’re a brand that understands the power of storytelling and digital influence in a new era of property.

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Rupal PatelBusiness partners Rupal and Ravi Patel have completed on the acquisition of the Winkworth Hammersmith office in West London. The pair acquired the Hammersmith office from long-standing Winkworth franchisee Carl Burgess and Ben Hunt. This follows their move in 2022 when they took over the Winkworth Shepherds Bush franchise from Carl. Rupal and Ravi will continue to work with the existing team already in place at Winkworth Hammersmith, offering sales, lettings, and property management.