Business
Number of property firms in ‘financial distress’ jumps by a fifth
'Red Flag Alert' research highlights the impact of economic shocks and policy changes on UK real estate businesses.
Savills says 2026 trading ‘marginally ahead’ of expectations as London resi deals climb 13%
Listed agency flags growing buyer and seller caution following onset of Middle East conflict, though fall-through rates remain stable.
Grosvenor Property UK names new CFO
Former British Land and Platform finance chief Jonathan Rae joins major PCL landlord this month.
National buying agency launches East London outpost
Jean-Pierre Clapes was previously producer/director for Channel 4's flagship property TV show, A Place in the Sun.
Forbes Global Properties launches UK brokerage with boutique PCL agency tie-up
Prime London stalwart Martin Bikhit to lead new venture targeting £10mn-plus homes.
LonRes pushes button on AI marketing service
New offering aims to widen exposure for prime listings as more buyers and tenants turn to AI platforms.
Prime country agency boosts Worcestershire coverage with new signing
Chartwell Noble is expanding across central and southern England via the roll-out of its brokerage model.
Berkeley sets out 20-year roadmap to net zero
London-focused developer says decarbonisation push will depend on supply chain engagement and evolving technology.
Knight Frank in fresh New York push with luxury brokerage tie-up
Big-brand property consultancy declares a 'major milestone' for the business as it signs a new partnership in the Big Apple.
Interview: Sophie Jones of We Stay on the rise of luxury short lets
PCL agent-turned-hospitality entrepreneur discusses changing rental patterns and why more prime agencies are moving into the flexible accommodation arena.
Expanding law firm brings in new director to boost PCL offering
Increasing legal complexity and buyer caution mean transactions are getting harder to close, says Leadenhall Law Group.
Upper-end agency expands to the Isle of Man
Fine & Country aims to become 'the leading name in prime real estate' on the tax-light island.