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Time for a revival? Why Knightsbridge is the PCL neighbourhood to watch
Knightsbridge has lagged behind its neighbours over the last couple of years, but the market is finally on the turn, reports Patrick Alvarado
Valuation Viewpoint: Are we heading for recession?
Whilst the central London and top end of the market is relatively insulated, it is still driven by confidence and dependent upon a strong economic base, says James Wyatt
The Register of Overseas Entities: Five things you need to know
When set up, any overseas entity (like a foreign company) buying UK property will need to register its beneficial owners
The Building Safety Act: The biggest change to building safety in 40 years
With provisions due to come into force at the end of this month, the Macfarlanes team takes an in-depth look at the new Building Safety Act - which "represents a sea change for the construction sector" …
When the levee breaks: Sir James Bevan on climate change & the limits of flood protection
A speech by Sir James Bevan, Chief Executive of the Environment Agency, in June 2022.
‘Concerns over the property market are overstated’ – Fine & Country boss
"The wealthier you are, the more confident you are," says a bullish Simon Leadbetter, Global CEO of Fine & Country.
Property as an inflation hedge? Maybe not…
"To predict what will happen to property prices, look at the amount of leverage," says Charlie Ellingworth, founder of buying agency Property Vision, as he warns that "residential property is not going…
The Tree of Trees and Superbloom: the celebration of monarchy & the natural environment
Edward Lee of Savills Heritage & Townscape team explores the enduring relationship between the Crown and the nation's green spaces.
‘A perfect storm of garden desirability’: On the growing value of outside space
Buying agent Louise Ridings explores the capitalisation of garden space, and what buyers should bear inn mind when assessing a potential new home's outside space.
The Infrastructure Levy: A clearer direction on the future of Developer Contributions?
William Clutton of Iceni Projects delves into the government's proposed overhaul of the Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 Agreements, as outlined in the recently-published draft Levelling …
Abrahmsohn: On economics, the market & the (secret) £400mn buyer
There is a bizarre disjunction between the economic outlook and the gymnastics of the market, writes veteran agent Trevor Abrahmsohn - but property values will continue to rise until supply and demand …
Marcus Barnett: Behind the scenes at Chelsea
As the designers and teams unveil their creations at this year's Chelsea Flower Show, three-time Gold Medal winner Marcus Barnett gives us the inside track on exhibiting at most exciting event in the gardening…