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Only 35% of UK homebuyers say they trust estate agents with their personal data, according to new research carried out by identity verification firm Credas Technologies. The survey of 1,000 UK consumers found high levels of concern over data security during property transactions, with 77% citing misuse of data as their biggest worry, followed by…

Although Panorama’s investigation centred on Connells and Purplebricks, its findings risk undermining confidence in the estate agency industry more broadly Author: Gemma Discover more from Sovereign Prime Property Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email. Type your email… Subscribe

Chris Skipworth, CEO, Passpack Estate agencies handle some of the most sensitive information exchanged in everyday business. Client identification documents, financial details, property access instructions, and transaction records all move through agency systems as a routine part of getting deals done. Yet the way this information is managed often reflects operational convenience rather than security…

A large estate agency refused to shortlist an 18-year-old woman for a trainee sales negotiator job because her car was “too old”. Haart in Nottingham rejected an application from Alanah Thompson French (pictured) for a lettings agent position as her vehicle was not less than 10 years old. Thompson French owns a 12-year-old Citroen C1,…

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee has voted to once again keep the base rate at 4%, a move that had been widely anticipated as inflation remains stubbornly high and global uncertainty continues to limit its room for manoeuvre. When the base rate was cut from 4.25% to 4% in September, it was the…

UK property market starts the year strong with sales agreed 18.3% above 10-year average Author: Gemma Discover more from Sovereign Prime Property Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email. Type your email… Subscribe