Policy
Cornish second home owners shelled out £25mn in higher council tax rates last year
FOI request reveals the impact of the Conservative Party's policy.
NYC lines up ‘pied-à-terre tax’ on $5mn+ second homes
State-first measure targeting ultra-wealthy and global elite announced by Mayor Mamdani.
Knight Frank: Middle East conflict will impact UK housing market in four stages
The agency's resi research boss Tom Bill breaks down the likely path for policy, rates, sentiment and pricing - starting with what’s already playing out in the prime country market
Government bats away Stamp Duty & Council Tax reform petition
Official response says 'council tax is a settled tax which is understood by taxpayers', despite outdated valuations.
Edinburgh suspends 300% second homes levy after eight days
Council pauses new tax premium for around six months, pending a review.
Six ways the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge could change the luxury property market
From shifts in pricing and transaction levels to new-build activity, the OBR has released fresh forecasts for how the prime resi market could be affected by 2028's new annual levy.
Opinion: Why London remains the natural home for global trophy buyers
Demand is returning to north London’s top-tier enclaves as Middle East tensions rise and pricing resets, reports agency boss Trevor Abrahmsohn.
Jo Eccles: On London’s reframing, rising repossessions & rental reform
Eccord’s MD outlines three key themes shaping the prime market this spring.
‘Project 28’ seeks new members to help speed-up property transactions
'We’re inviting the wider industry to be part of a more collaborative, digital-first approach,' say organisers.
Mayor of London imposes emergency measures to rally housebuilding
Government says temporary relaxation of planning rules sends 'a clear message to developers to get on and build.'
Tom Bill: Mortgage costs rise as Bank of England risks fighting wrong inflation war
As upwards pressure grows on borrowing costs, there are questions over whether the Bank of England’s hawkish posture is sustainable, explains Knight Frank's UK resi research boss.
Government confirms major changes for housebuilders & home owners with new Future Homes Standard
New rules come into force next year, promising to phase out fossil fuels in English homes.