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Edo Mapelli Mozzi Nick Clegg's 'rich tax' proposals are short-sighted, foolish and will drive money out of the UK, says Edo Mapelli Mozzi.

Whether it is a genuine step to rebalance the books or a political gamble to regain the balance of power within the coalition government following the Liberals' defeat on Lords reform, Nick Clegg's proposal…

Anna Bastiaenen examines the growing importance of the ancient Chinese art of feng shui in Western architecture, design and development.

Do open houses ever work at the top of the market? Dan Crofton looks at a launch tactic that divides the market.

Mishcon de Reya has responded to the Government consultation document: "Ensuring the fair taxation of residential property transactions" (full version here) which covers:

Shropshire is home to a wealth of top-notch country estates, says William Cash, but some could do with a touch of demolition.

Ian Hepburn When it comes to desirability and elusiveness, classic country estates are the Picassos of the property market.

What does 'off-market' actually mean? In a special report, Dan Crofton goes in search of the silent listings that everyone's talking about...

Francois Marchand Unsure how the recent French property tax reforms will affect you and your clients? Has there been an element of scaremongering?

The legal gurus at Mishcon de Reya have produced a very handy guide to taxes on UK residential property.

As the Community Infrastructure Levy comes into force, Mishcon de Reya's Daniel Farrand and Jade Chalmers look at how this new charge - of up to £50 per square metre - on extensions and new resi builds…

Robin Birley's new Mayfair club is ace, says William Cash from Upton Cressett Hall. It might even be a masterpiece.