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Searching for the wow factor: Exploring the ‘next level features’ tempting today’s trophy home buyers
From hotel-branded residences to resort homes, demand for trophy assets remains strong amongst the global super-rich, says Jennifer Woodring of Luxury Portfolio International.
Why the price expectation gap between buyers & sellers risks widening
Rising supply and mortgage rates may increase downwards pressure on asking prices, explains Knight Frank's head of UK resi research.
Tom Bill: Seasonality is returning to the Prime London lettings market
Rental values are retreating as supply builds, reports Knight Frank's UK resi research boss.
Going under offer: How to buy a prime property from a receiver
Recent reports suggest a number of London’s most expensive residences are being sold as part of bankruptcy proceedings, as wealthy homeowners have their assets liquidated to pay down debts.
Postcard from Portugal: Eco-luxury homes, digital nomads & robust foreign investment
Prices are rising but Portugal remains one of Europe's most affordable luxury property markets, Paulo Lopes, CEO of real estate agency Casaiberia.
Scotland’s property market is heading towards ‘the Goldilocks scenario’
DM Hall boss reports optimism in Scotland's residential property market, as 'the market proves its resilience to the shocks of the past year'.
‘Another missed opportunity’: Prime property industry reactions to the Spring Budget 2024
Featuring insights from: Black Brick, Chestertons, Fine & Country, Harrods Estates, Heaton & Partners, Jackson-Stops, Janine Stone, Knight Frank, Lomond, London Central Portfolio, Prime Purchase, Propertymark,…
How ‘wild card’ properties challenge client expectations
Buying agent Jo Eccles on the importance of thinking outside of the box.
What do worldwide elections mean for London’s prime property market?
Their reasons may vary, but many global investors will be looking to the UK capital in these times of unprecedented change, explains lawyer Dennis Ko.
Tom Bill: UK housing market activity improves despite mortgage rate rises
Rate cut expectations have softened since early January, but a seasonal spring bounce is taking shape, explains Knight Frank's resi research boss.
Postcard from Croatia: On European integration, earthquakes & an evolving property market
Despite joining the Euro and Schengen zone, Croatia's property market saw a decline in both international and domestic buyer demand last year.
Tom Bill: Jobs data stands out in a blizzard of economic news
For the housing market, last week’s wage data was more significant than news of a recession, explains Knight Frank's UK resi research boss.