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41% of buyers decide before they make it past the hallway
Nearly half of all buyers have already made up their mind on whether to buy a property after setting foot through the door, according to a new survey.
Singapore buyers still spending in London
The number private properties being bought in Singapore may have declined in recent months but the same cannot be said for the number of Singaporeans buying London property, says Andrew Batt.
Developers cater for Asian influx
With Asian buyers reportedly accounting for 60 pc of new build properties purchased in Central London in 2011, developers are increasingly tailoring projects to appeal to their top demographic.
Luchford APM gets nod for St James’ Riverlight development
St James, Berkeley Group's luxury arm, has reportedly hired creative agency Luchford APM to launch its new Riverlight development on the South Bank.
Gary Hersham on the Symbiotic Relationship
Long-standing estate agent, Gary Hersham of Beauchamp Estates, takes a look over the fence at the buying agent and the ups and downs of working together.
Camilla Dell on the secrets of the off-market
A significant number of properties in prime central London are bought and sold without ever appearing on the open market.
Why London still packs a super-prime punch
Against the backdrop of ongoing financial and political instability in many parts of the world, the superprime residential markets have emerged as one of the leading secure investment options for the…
DPG marketing director exits
Sheraz Dar, the marketing director responsible for repositioning Primelocation and FindaProperty, has reportedly left Digital Property Group, according to Marketing Magazine.
Zoopla speaks out in Evening Standard row
Zoopla has spoken out in the row over private listings that has dogged the portal's recent deal with the Evening Standard.
Foxtons go for the big picture with new website
Foxtons have gone for a very visual overhaul of their website, focusing heavily on photography and tailoring the site for a top-notch experience on mobile devices.
Standard cuts out lettings agents
Homes & Property, the property arm of the Evening Standard, has launched an online portal for private rentals in the capital.
Thai buyers tempted by London property
Thai property buyers and investors are being tempted by London properties in ever-increasing numbers, says Andrew Batt.