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Is it over for the ‘Safe Haven’ effect in Europe’s luxury markets?
“The critical question is whether prevailing wealth flows will alter now that the worst of the Eurozone crisis is over,” says Knight Frank's Head of International Resi Research Kate Everett-Allen,…
Ballymore hires Spanish artist for Embassy Gardens design
Ballymore has commissioned Spanish artist Luis Bustamante to jazz up its landmark Embassy Gardens scheme on the South Bank.
Whack up taxes on London’s empty homes by 1000% – BoJo
BoJo has called for London councils to 'whack up' taxes on empty homes by a whopping 1000% in a bid to address the capital's housing shortage.
Viñoly’s Marble Arch Towers get the green light
Almacantar's 410,000 sq ft plans to replace the 24 storey Marble Arch Tower with two Rafael Viñoly-designed buildings were given the go-ahead by Planners last night.
Winkworth sponsors race day at Cowes Classics Week
Winkworth has decided to go three sheets to the wind and sponsor a race day at Charles Stanley Cowes Classics Week this summer.
Londonewcastle launches Clerkenwell scheme
Londonewcastle has just launched its latest project in central London, a collaboration with new resi-focused investor and developer The Third Quarter.
Millionaires’ Top Five Most Common Investment Mistakes
Failure to diversify is the Number One mistake made by millionaires when it comes to investment, according to a survey by deVere Group.
PCL transaction levels tumble as caution returns to the capital
Transaction levels in prime central London have tumbled by 17% year-on-year, says W.A.Ellis, as "a more cautious story is emerging" in the capital.
Chestertons’ new look goes live
Six weeks after Chestertons' brand new look was revealed, the company has launched its solo (sans-Humberts) website. And it looks rather good.
TateHindle unveils Royal Leamington Spa scheme
Thanks to Knight Frank, we know Spa Towns have been steaming ahead in the property stakes over the last few years, so hopes will be high for this unusual prime resi scheme in deepest Warwickshire.
Brussels urges UK to update higher value property taxes
The European Commission has recommended that "reforms to the taxation of land and property should be considered to alleviate distortions in the housing market."
Gut Feeling: Is now the time to take on a total wreck?
Provided you don't throw caution to the wind, there's some good opportunities around for those with the stomach for a full-on gut-job, says Jo Aldridge...