2017 has been about off-market deals – TBS
70% of buying agency's country purchases were not available on the open market, up from 50% in 2016...
New-build discounts & dollar buyers: PCL market trends to watch in 2019
2019 will be 'a year like no other', says Mayfair agency Black Brick, as it picks four key themes to look out for in the 12 months ahead...
59,000 ‘lost’ deals: Estimating the financial cost of lockdown to the estate agency sector
The UK's Covid-19 lockdown caused a dramatic slump in the number of new instruction and sales agreed, reports Twenty EA, but property exchanges appear to have been more resilient.
Prime Central London firms tip market to bounce back
'We anticipate that circumstances could lead to a stronger PCL market in 2020/21 than many currently predict, just as we did in early 2009', says LCP, while Winkworth predicts a ‘summer spike’ could…
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Harrods Estates names new Knightsbridge sales manager
Well-known dealmaker steps up at PCL agency's flagship branch.
New head of sales at Knight Frank Richmond
Top-billing agent Edward Adler takes the reins at firm's longstanding base in SW London.
St John’s Wood super-home project goes for £2mn above guide
Multiple bids went in for the 'best-in-class' 10,000 sq ft new-build scheme, which was being offered with a top-tier design team already in place.
Strutt’s former rural chief teams up with top buying agent for new venture
Jess Simpson & Matt Sudlow have launched Stoneacre Advisors to provide private clients with advice on high-value, complex, rural property transactions.
Luxury brokerage sets up new Private Client Service
New end-to-end offering from United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty will connect ultra-prime property markets including the UK, UAE & Saudi Arabia.
Savills Ski opens in Gstaad
Lucinda Brousse is running the new Swiss office.
The Gift Horse: Ollie Marshall on London’s ‘unbelievable’ opportunities for prime property buyers
Markets have become irrational and some remarkable homes are going for a song, reports top buying agent; the key is knowing how to capitalise, and where to look.
Buyer sought for brace of Knightsbridge apartment buildings
'Most rare opportunity' launched on Beaufort Gardens, with a combined price tag of over £19mn.
Leasehold reform legislation coming ‘within this year’ says Housing Secretary
Angela Rayner renews pledge to bring forward leasehold reforms and promote commonhold tenure.
Currency Matters: Once again, Prime Central London real estate is on sale
The pound has been taking a pummelling & US buyers now have an unprecedented opportunity to capitalise in the PCL property market, explains David Huggett.
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Green light for new Finchatton apartment scheme in Knightsbridge
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OB Private boosts Mayfair team
Luxury agency's new hire, Joe Mason, brings experience from Savills’ flagship Knightsbridge and Sloane Street offices
Mera completes £11m bridging facility on luxury Holland Park home
Large-scale single residence was refinanced to allow time for the investor borrower to market it and achieve best value.
SPF moves into Dubai; plots further Middle East expansion
Marcus Hodges has been installed as Managing Director of SPF UAE.
Former UK SIR director & Knight Frank partner signs to Harding Green
Ryan Stokes spent a decade with Knight Frank before moving to UK Sotheby's International Realty.