Elected Board members and division Vice-Presidents announced
At the Propertymark AGM today, 28 June 2024, we welcomed three newly elected members of the Propertymark Board and marked the beginning of fresh Presidential terms for the ARLA Propertymark and NAEA Propertymark Advisory Panels. This year's successful Vice-Presidents were also announced and will join the presidential teams for the sales and lettings divisions.
New, flexible modular property qualification will help grow careers
A brand new Propertymark Qualifications Level 3 (Level 6 SCQF) Certificate in Property Agency was opened for registrations on 14 June 2024 at Propertymark One. This revolutionary new qualification is, for the first time, modular-based, enabling learners to personalise their units relating to specialisms and location with the ability to complete extra units to gain wider sector expertise.
Propertymark powers new UK-wide referral network
Connect is an exciting new intuitive, bespoke tech platform offering property agents an unprecedented opportunity to deliver potential instructions, increase portfolios and harness an additional income stream.
Propertymark enters a new era with launch of Propertymark Protection Company Membership
This decade has presented a near total transformation of the property sector with reduced confidence and supply, economic and interest rate uncertainty, dramatic changes in the conduct of consumers, new expectations among the workforce and the introduction of AI, the consequences of which are still being understood. As the only professional body dedicated to supporting sales, lettings, commercial agents, and auctioneers, Propertymark has reassessed not only the services we offer, but the whole structure of membership.
Annual Report and Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2023
Throughout 2023 the drive has been to offer continued improvements for our members. We are investing in solutions that solve your problems and keep our members ahead of the game — be that through technology, partnerships, or people — with an offer that is focused on quality and value for money.
Issue 55: Summer 2024
In this summer issue, long-standing members reflect on their start in the property profession and we asked experts from Belvoir group to share their views on agent training and qualifications, and how they will both impact the future of our sector. The policy update looks at short-term lets which are under the spotlight from legislators.
Propertymark lettings helpline hits new milestone
Six months have now passed since we launched our dedicated Lettings Helpline, providing unlimited free advice to members in England and Wales from landlord and tenant specialists. For many, it has become an essential membership benefit for dealing with lettings issues, no matter how complex, plus, we have ambitious plans to grow the service further.
Issue 54: Spring 2024
Sellers bypassing the introducing agent in a sale costs the industry an estimated £4bn a year in lost fees. But what can agencies do to get their hard-earned commission back? Find out more in this issue and do we need more regulation or just better enforcement? We asked industry stakeholders to contribute their thoughts on issues affecting our members.
Propertymark welcomes Belvoir into membership
From 1 March over 200 new members from across the Belvoir Group will become Propertymark Protected, enhancing their existing commitments to honesty, transparency, professionalism and going the extra mile for their clients. We are delighted that Belvoir recognises and values the growing consumer recognition of Propertymark Protection, which eligible members display in branches and on websites.
Issue 53: Winter 2023
Is your agency looking a bit tired or ragged round the edges? Time for a bit of TLC? This issue contains advice from the professionals in sprucing up your agency, whether it's a top-to-toe reinvention or a simple mini-update. Our polcy special looks at what an announced White Paper for Wales could mean for the PRS, phase two of the Private Tenancies Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 and a report on the political party conferences.
Propertymark proud of gift total for sector charity
Thanks to fantastic engagement from members and delegates at Propertymark One, we have made a donation of £5,200 to industry charity Agents Giving to help fund their mission to encourage, support and advocate for fundraising activities that make a real difference to people’s lives.
Propertymark members won't see fees increase in 2024
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.
President sees bright future for auctioneers
Richard Worrall, the newly appointed President of NAVA Propertymark, shares his vision for the auctions division, outlining his ambition to help grow the membership fuelled by his drive and determination to make a difference.
New Non-Executive Chair and Board members announced
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.
Issue 51: Summer 2023
In 2003 Apple introduced its iTunes® music store to the world, Iraq was invaded, the Last commercial flight of Concorde happened... And in June, the official launch of the Technical Awards—formal qualifications for those working in agency—took place. This issue celebrates 20 years of qualified agents.
Issue 50: Spring 2023
It's always an exciting time to be a property professional! The constant changes and flux in the market keep us all on our toes and, as ever, all property disciplines are evolving and continue to offer opportunity for those who respond to the market indicators, be that lettings, auctions, sales or commercial markets.