Property Industry Eye

Property Industry Eye focuses on delivering independent, objective, and truthful news related to the UK property market and beyond. Our platform encourages open discussions and debates on current topics while also serving as a way for service providers to connect with their audiences. We advocate for the estate and letting agency sectors, recognizing that most individuals in these firms are dedicated and honorable professionals. We are committed to supporting and advancing their interests.

National, Trade/B2B

English

Online/Digital

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#185062

United Kingdom

#8266

Business and Consumer Services/Real Estate

#89

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

EYE NEWSFLASH: Dexters CEO Andy Shepherd to step down, successor named

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.
Foxtons records its highest quarterly sales revenue in nearly 10 years

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.
Zoopla delivers uptick in vendor leads

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.
Ex-Hamptons director launches new estate agency

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.
Winkworth franchisees expand after completing acquisition

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.
Comings & Goings

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Sophia BinnsJackson-Stops Cheltenham strengthens teamJackson-Stops Cheltenham has announced the appointment of Sophia Binns as sales director. Binns, who has worked in the estate agency sector for almost six years, has previously worked for Andrews, Perry Bishop, and Savills – where she first worked alongside Jackson-Stops Cheltenham director, Chris Jarrett.
Wealthy home owners flood rental market as they 'reassess' options

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

London’s prime property market, which has seen prices stagnate amid a glut of luxury homes for sale, is being reset as wealthy owners fleeing the UK ahead of April’s abolition of the non-dom tax regime opted to rent out, rather than sell, their homes.
Who said what at the Renters' Rights Bill Lords committee meeting?

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Members of the House of Lords started their detailed examination of the Renters’ Rights Bill in committee yesterday, which saw the Conservatives voice strong opposition to the proposed legislation in its existing form. Speaking yesterday, as part of the debate in the House of Lords, Baroness Scott, Vice President of the Local Government Association, warned that the Renters’ Rights Bill risks driving landlords from the market, reducing rental property supply, and ultimately pushing up rents.
Government revises up total cost of leasehold reforms to £4bn

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

A series of technical corrections has forced the government to revise up the total cost of leasehold legislation reforms from £3.5bn to £4bn. Adjustments in financial modelling were needed to make estimates more accurate by Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) in an addendum to the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, and this has fuelled a sharp rise in the estimated cost of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024.
Rightmove to host Renters’ Rights Bill webinar for agents today

2 days ago | propertyindustryeye.com | Marc Da Silva

Rightmove is hosting a live and interactive webinar session with the Guild of Lettings to help agents prepare for the new Renters’ Rights Bill. The webinar will take place this morning from 10:00am – 11:00am. Susie Crolla, managing director for the Guild of Lettings, will be joining Rightmove to help agents with questions they may have about the Bill, and how to manage different scenarios.