'A corner has been turned': Why I think the London market is set for a successful year
Significant deals are being agreed as realism about the present combines with optimism about the future, writes James Bailey
James Bailey is Chief Executive of Henry & James, Belgravia and Chelsea’s premier estate agent for residential sales and lettings. Established by Henry Brahm, father of the current CEO Pierre Brahm, Henry & James markets fine properties to both UK and international buyers.
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