Controversial Court of Appeal ruling could have serious implications for leasehold flat owners
Landmark judgment handed down in Julia Duval v 11-13 Randolph Crescent Ltd; law firm warns the value and saleability of thousands of properties across England and Wales could be affected, while many face being stuck in a 'home improvement time warp'
What real impact would a public register of beneficial owners have on the UK property sector?
The new draft Bill promises more transparency in the UK property industry, but will it cause headaches for estate agents, solicitors and developers - and will it put off overseas investors?
Law Commission outlines sweeping leasehold reform options
Important new report suggests three schemes to make leasehold enfranchisement cheaper, easier and more fair.
Significant leasehold reform proposals promise ‘to transform the future of home ownership in England & Wales’
Commonhold should be the "preferred alternative" to leasehold, says the Law Commission in a series of three important reports that outline how to create "a better deal for leaseholders and make our homes…
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Knight Frank cuts house price forecast; PCL set for -4% drop this year
'A combination of high supply & faltering confidence means we now expect slower UK house price growth this year & in 2026,' says research chief Tom Bill - with prime markets set for sharp declines.
London property ‘no longer a safe bet’, warns top wealth manager
'The London property boom is well and truly over,' declares Rathbones
Super-prime Notting Hill development opp seeks £12mn
Buyer sought for standout freehold property with "one of the most ambitious planning consents in the area".
£10mn price cut for trophy Knightsbridge penthouse
Ultra-prime residence at The Knightsbridge has been relaunched at £70mn.
‘A market in transition’: Inside London’s evolving luxury resi development scene
New report reveals how policy, branding & global demand are reshaping the next phase of the capital’s ultra-prime development cycle.
Indie estate agency Wilfords branches out in SW London
Boutique firm adds to its growing network with a new base close to Clapham Common.
In Pictures: Inside Finchatton’s new Georgian-inspired country estate project
Super-prime designer-developer lifts the lid on its latest creation - a 22-acre private estate in the Hampshire countryside.
‘A fundamental reshaping of the global wealth landscape’: Europe re-emerges as a prime destination for the super-rich
'What we’re witnessing is more than just a demographic shift,' says Knight Frank, as the firm reveals who is buying what, where, and why...
Behind the Schemes: Crafting a family-friendly pied-à-terre at Chelsea Barracks
Rebecca Hughes Interiors lifts the lid on a recent project for a returning client at the super-prime scheme in SW1.
Native Land’s 50-storey Opus tops out ahead of schedule
Developer marks construction milestone at forthcoming luxury apartment scheme on London's South Bank.
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Industry Reactions: Central bank holds interest rates at 4.0%
The Bank of England 'remains focused on squeezing out any existing or emerging persistent inflationary pressures'.
In Pictures: Lamar unveils ‘ultra-luxury’ Madrid apartments amid €250mn European rollout
Developer debuts 22 Patricia Urquiola-designed residences with five-star amenities in the Spanish capital.
London buying agency to host top UK school headteachers at NYC event
"The link between elite schools and property decisions is clearer than ever," says Eccord boss Jo Eccles, as figures show the number of US pupils at UK schools has jumped by over a quarter since 2020.
London rental supply stays ‘strong’ as demand slips
Foxtons registered 13% fewer would-be tenants in August this year than last.
Middleton Advisors adds to buying team
Prime property firm brings in new recruit to boost its coverage across Central and North London.