House hunting hits two-year high

December 9, 2008 BUSINESS BULLETIN Dear Reader Visit Times Online today for dynamic business news and views, market charts and sector analysis, plus your chance to comment. Also you can now download our series of free podcasts exploring the business ideas that are changing the world at www.timesonline.co.uk/businessideas Today's top stories House hunting hits two-year high Number of inquiries to estate agents increases as people seek bargains in the form of repossessed and forced-sale houses Carphone founder quits in disgrace David Ross broke City rules by mortgaging his £157m stake in the mobile phones retailer in one of four secret deals Hefner's daughter walks away from family firm Departure comes as company announces loss after closure of DVD arm but harbours plans for expansion of magazine titles Shops' outlook worst since 1965, says Verdict Year-on-year figures illustrate the fading fortunes of the British high street as consultants warn of bleaker times ahead OTHER HEADLINES Analysis As historic as the end of communism The credit crunch has destroyed casino capitalism. From the rubble a new model will emerge Markets Tempus: Rolls ... Omega ... Healthcare Locums Superjumbo order fears weigh on Rolls-Royce ... Omega Insurance's niche should prove resilient ... Healthcare Locums expands Pound falls ... PwC criticised ... Fiat needs a partner Need to know: comprehensive news coverage sector by sector Business Finance Compare business insurance, commercial mortgage & loan rates online IFA Search Find specialist business IFAs Business City Guides Overseas information Job hunting? Top executive positions Business Travel Latest news Legal Advice Search for corporate legal specialists If you no longer wish to receive the Business Bulletin, please click here to unsubscribe. If you wish to speak to a Customer Services Representative, please call 020 7860 1133. You have received this e-mail from a member of the News International Group. News International Limited, 1 Virginia Street, London E98 1XY, is the holding company for the News International Group and is registered in England No 81701. VAT number GB 243 8054 69 Times Newspapers Ltd is a member of the Direct Marketing Association and registered under the Data Protection Act 1998. To see our privacy policy, click here.