Finance
FRP swoops on Arc & Co
Business advisory firm adds top real estate team as part of national expansion.
Abrahmsohn: I’m no mathematician, but is 6.5 the new 3.5 for homebuyers?
Veteran agency boss Trevor Abrahmsohn explores how dual incomes and social shifts are reshaping mortgage affordability metrics.
UK property tax regime is ‘second worst’ in the world
American think tank's analysis prompts fresh calls for the abolition of Stamp Duty.
Developer secures financing for Marylebone townhouse transformation
Consented plans allow the former HMO to be reinstated as a single grand residence.
Housing Secretary resigns over Stamp Duty miscalculation
'I deeply regret my decision to not seek additional specialist tax advice,' says Angela Rayner.
Housing Secretary admits Stamp Duty ‘error’
Scandal shines a light on complex property tax workings.
Reeves confirms Budget date: 26th November
Prime property taxes are in the Treasury's crosshairs.
Former Knight Frank Finance Partner launches high-value mortgage brokerage
Alastair Keeling's new venture is called Arkmor Capital.
Rumourmill: Treasury ‘considering’ 8% NI tax on landlords’ income
The latest pre-Budget tax speculation involves extending national insurance charges to rental income.
Rightmove: How would a new national property tax or mansion tax affect the market?
Property portal 'asks the government to carefully consider the impact of any changes to property taxation to avoid unintended consequences.'
Estate agency ‘commission forwarding’ venture secures backing
Agents Capital was set up by Fine & Country franchisee Sean Barrett in April.
Rumourmill: Treasury considers Mansion Tax with CGT on high-value homes
The Chancellor is reportedly looking into charging Capital Gains Tax on top-end homes, and/or the prospect of an annual levy on the most expensive properties.