The Market
Sales market activity slides as Summer starts
Propertymark's latest survey, covering June, suggests a seasonal decline in agreed sales as both buyer demand and supply fall.
Mapped: Which London boroughs have the highest rate of reduced homes for sale?
Kensington & Chelsea has the highest proportion of price cuts of any London borough.
Prime global cities on track for 1.3% house price growth this year
60% of the 30 cities analysed in the Savills Prime Residential World Cities index saw positive capital growth through the first half of 2024, "reflecting a level of relative confidence in the asset class.
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Lucian Cook: Where now for rental reform?
After the Renters (Reform) Bill was shelved due to the General Election, Savills' research chief explores what changes the new government may have planned for the rental sector...
Industry Reactions: BoE cuts interest rate to 5%
Property industry insiders express relief at the first base rate reduction in more than four years.
Waterside price premium dips for the first time in five years
Jackson-Stops suggests there's 'a unique opportunity for buyers this summer' as waterfront property values fall.
Ranked: Britain’s most expensive seaside locations in 2024
'The pandemic trend of more people looking to coastal areas over cities has been reversing,' says Rightmove, as Devon sinks down the list of most searched-for locations.
Discounts shrink on prime London property as transactions rise
There are still 'good deals to be had' in prime London, says Coutts Bank, as demand, supply & prices climb.
Jo Eccles: On buyer sentiment post-election
The mood has been buoyant in Prime London since Labour took the keys to No. 10, reports buying agency boss, with many purchasers now deciding to press ahead.
Government confirms the end of non-dom status in April 2025
The Treasury has revealed measures to clamp down harder on international wealth as it aims for a tax regime that 'is both fair and as competitive as possible.'
Prime country market in limbo as buyers & sellers take a break
Question marks over interest rates & the new government's tax plans are combining with the traditional seasonal lull to keep a lid on activity.