The sale of two historic sea island forts, each auctioned for significantly more than their initial asking prices, demonstrates that sale by auction is becoming increasingly popular for all kinds of property.

As technology continues to advance, the threat of cyber-attacks becomes increasingly prevalent. Investing in robust cyber defence measures can help property agents protect their sensitive data and systems — but what proportion of an IT budget should be set aside?

Acknowledging the impact of ongoing inflationary pressure and high-interest rates, we are delighted to announce that fees for all membership grades will remain at 2023 levels, demonstrating our desire to support members during challenging times.

Athlete Roger Black, MBE, is set to join star learners and inspiring achievers at this year’s Awards in a venue for champions, the London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Friday 1 December for the graduation-style ceremony.

Following the Propertymark AGM today, 29 June 2023, Bill Butler takes over from Nicky Heathcote, whose three-year term has come to an end, with Stephen McCarron and Allison Thompson joining him to represent the sales and lettings divisions after an election process. Greg Tsuman and Michael Holden now move into their roles as presidents of ARLA Propertymark and NAEA Propertymark to speak on behalf of members in the media and at events.

Making personal safety a habitual part of any working practice is essential. Being aware of the risks of lone working and having effective and familiar policies and practices in place can help agents recognise any potential red flags and give them the confidence to respond in an appropriate way that reduces the risk of harm.

As the leading regulator for the property sector, our team of experienced agency auditors has increased to help Propertymark members avoid the hazards that generate local authority fines worth tens of thousands of pounds.

As the leading regulator for the sector, Propertymark is launching a service called Calm about Compliance which will bring our expertise to the sector where our auditors work alongside agents at their offices.

A study by UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) looks at practices which affect tenants’ ability to make a home in the PRS (private rented sector), with the findings echoing the importance of letting agents, especially in educating landlords and encouraging compliance.

Propertymark CEO, Nathan Emerson and Non-Executive Chair, Nicky Heathcote led a delegation to Ready Set Grow 22, the Realtor Experience staged by the National Association of Realtors in Orlando, Florida.

Statistics show at least 100 million appliances in the UK are untraceable if recalled. A campaign, launched by the Association of Manufacturers of Domestic Appliances (AMDEA), is urging homeowners, landlords and tenants to make use of their free appliance register to get important safety alerts.

Gas Safety Week 2022, taking place 12-18 September, is an annual awareness campaign with everyone coming together for one common goal — keeping the nation gas safe.

In the latest from the partnership between Propertymark and Move iQ, professional body CEO Nathan Emerson has spoken to Move iQ founder Phil Spencer to share intel from Propertymark members about how buyers and sellers are responding to the current challenges, what trend behaviour is emerging and how this is likely to affect Winter selling 2022/23.

Amax Estate & Property Services has received an award from DWP for the work they do to introduce young people to the property profession through apprenticeships and training plus recognition of the many young people they have helped.

James Munro, Head of National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency (NTSELAT) highlighted to 500 agents at the NAEA Propertymark National Conference on 30 June 2022, that a cultural change is needed to make sure agents understand the importance of gathering information before a property is listed so potential buyers are proceedable buyers.

Propertymark is supporting Learning at Work Week, 16-22 May 2022, which aims to put a spotlight on the importance and benefits of continual learning and development as well as promote a culture for learning at work.