Opinion
Will landlords really exit the market this year?
I was surprised to read a study saying a quarter of landlords plan to sell at least one of their properties this year. Apparently a succession of... Read more
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A well-earned Christmas break
After a busy couple of months, I’m sure landlords, agents and developers will be spending some well-earned time with loved ones this... Read more
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At least the General Election is over
It’s been a week dominated by the General Election – and whatever your political allegiance at least there’s an end to the political... Read more
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General Election 2019: The moment of truth
Last week we heard about fresh developments from both Taylor Wimpey and Barratt Homes, which comes as a welcome reminder that not every... Read more
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The Conservative manifesto – more of the same?
The Conservative Party manifesto is a combination of more of the same and new ideas, some of which haven’t been fleshed out enough. The... Read more
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Socially conscious or too radical? The Lib Dem and Labour manifestos
The Labour Party and Liberal Democrats both released their manifestos this week. Lib Dem policies include promoting tenancies of three years or... Read more
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Labour’s strange Right to Buy policy still a big talking point
We’re now less than a month away from the UK general election – and Labour’s Right to Buy policy is still a topic of debate among property... Read more
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Expect property market to feature on parties’ election agenda
There are just 38 days until the UK public returns to the poll stations. And the build-up to the 2019 General Election on 12 December is, of course,... Read more
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The new is obvious, but we are not neglecting the old
It seems that in most parts of the country new homes are being built. Drive or walk around and you cannot help but notice that there are... Read more
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The market is moving slowly but for the right reasons
As I sit at my laptop writing this I can look out of my window and see the removal men busily carrying boxes and furniture as my neighbours on one... Read more
How to successfully navigate the property market in uncertain times
Bruce Burkitt, founder and managing director at Property Experts These are difficult times in... Read more
CRE state of play amidst COVID-19
By Mark Lewarne, head of real estate & workplace strategy at HubbleHQ The Commercial Real... Read more
Mayfair Capital: Impact of coronavirus outbreak on UK real estate
James Thornton is chief executive of Mayfair Capital Real estate impact – short term It is... Read more
Estate agents using ‘video viewings’ to sell properties amid coronavirus
Peter Sheehan is director and owner of prime property buying agency The London Resolution In... Read more
Thinking of renting out your property? Here are the main legal issues you need to be aware of
Sangita Manek is partner at Blaser Mills Law Renting out your property is a great way to create... Read more
The death of ground rents by a thousand cuts continues with introduction of Help to Buy peppercorn rents
Jude Salmon, property associate, Joelson The Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local... Read more
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The Future of the UK’s Housing Crisis
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Bridging volumes expected to rise in 2020
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Could switching to holiday letting make you more money in 2020?
When you’ve poured money, time and sweat into a beautiful property you’re proud to let, it’s only fair that you fully maximise its yield. More... Read more
Finance
New fintech mortgage lender M:QUBE launches
The lender aims to transform the UK mortgage market and has partnered with a number of high profile financial institutions who will supply the debt... Read more
Housing Minister unveils £30 million boost for ‘Construction Corridor’
The North of England is to receive £30 million of investment to advance the construction of greener housing, the Housing Minister has... Read more
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Savills acquires Cluttons Middle East real estate business
International real estate advisor Savills has completed the acquisition of Cluttons Middle East, a leading real estate consultancy business in the... Read more
