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UK Estate Agents Sue Rightmove Over Doubling Fees

4/1/2026

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  • Estate agents in the UK have launched a class-action against Rightmove over fee increases that have more than doubled.
  • Accountant Jeremy Newman says Rightmove has abused its dominant market position and the action seeks nearly £1.5 billion in damages.
  • Many agents report rising costs with little service change and have reduced staff.
  • Some agents see value in Rightmove, but others fear monopoly and reduced competition, while Rightmove defends its fees.