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Opinion: The real estate industry is leading the way for equality in the boardroom
'The property industry has been miles ahead of other corporate sectors when it comes to gender equality,' argues Kate Reisinger, Executive Vice President at Leading Real Estate Companies of the World.
Tom Bill: What does the higher bank rate mean for the UK housing market?
Lenders are tinkering with mortgage rates as a contradictory set of events unfold but higher rates are here to stay, says Knight Frank's head of resi research.
Required Reading: Property agent commission dispute divides legal opinion
A recent Supreme Court case has shone a light on the oft-misunderstood world of finders fees and commission payments, with judges divided in their opinions despite a 'beautifully simple' set of facts.
Currency matters: The banking sector sneezed, but no one seemed to catch a cold. Yet.
David Huggett updates on the latest movements on the world's financial markets, and how the recent turmoil might affect international investors in the UK...
Tom Bill on what Hunt’s Budget means for the UK housing market
The economic backdrop has improved, but things could turn more political this year, says Knight Frank's UK resi research boss...
Countering the conspiracy theories: The case for the 15-minute city
Conspiracy theorists have suggested some kind of global authoritarian plot, but there is a compelling argument for centring projects around walkability and community in the post-pandemic era, says Ballymore's…
‘We wanted to see more’ Vs. ‘Thank goodness the Chancellor decided to leave the property market well alone’: Housing industry reactions to the 2023 Spring Budget
A 'missed opportunity' or is 'no action the best stance'? Here's what the property industry makes of Jeremy Hunt's latest round fiscal policy updates...
‘The last thing you would want to do is openly advertise it’: North London super-agent’s advice on selling a £250mn trophy mansion
One of London's finest private residences, The Holme in Regent's Park, made global headlines last week after reportedly going up for sale at £250mn;
Neil Short: Key trends to watch in the PCL lettings market this year
JLL’s PCL lettings boss summarises the big themes at play in the rental market right now, and the four main priorities for tenants...
The View from Scotland: A pause for reflection may be no bad thing for the property market
'Investing in the housing market was never a short-term play', says DM Hall boss John McHugh, as he provides a sit-rep on a slow start to the year for the Scottish property market.
Money matters: What next for mortgages?
After a turbulent few months, should borrowers act now or wait in the hope that rates continue to fall?
Currency watch: Sterling showing clear signs of recovery, but still a way to go
David Huggett talks us through the latest movements on the world's currency markets - and the real-world impact on real estate buyers...