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Tom Bill: UK housing & economic data defy gloomy government warnings
The latest figures show annual house price growth and transaction volumes are rising, which don’t indicate the economy is ailing, notes Knight Frank's UK resi research boss.
Knight Frank research chief: The mood music has changed but our forecasts remain on track
Tom Bill explains how the property market landscape has altered over the last 90 days, and why the next three months will provide some more clarity about the longer-term prospects.
32 Years of PROPS: Insights from a pioneering property industry charity event
Co-founder of one of the biggest fixtures in the industry calendar, Neil Sinclair explains how a novel idea for a property awards event became an institution that's made a difference to countless lives
Reinventing Tradition: A new era of succession planning
Hayden Bailey explains how prime residential estates are radically evolving amid the great boomer wealth transfer.
Charlie Ellingworth: Surveying the property market’s prospects under a Labour government
Given the pro-growth ambitions of the new government, it’s surprising that they haven’t been more ambitious in the sphere of property taxes, writes Property Vision's co-founder.
Postcard from the Bahamas: Foreign buyers are driving a real estate boom
Michelle Martinborough of Bahamas Realty highlights some of the trends and new developments that 'exemplify the upscale offerings gaining traction' on the Caribbean islands.
Death, taxes & PCL property: ‘I can afford to live here, but can I afford to die here?’
Many will strongly object to the UK's current tax plans, yet needs must, writes Jamie Hope
‘Shaken not stirred’: Ollie Marshall on why London remains one of the best haven bets out there
PCL house prices have not been tearing up the record books of late, but they are now at far less risk of a sharp recalibration and deleveraging than other markets, explains top buying agent.
The View from France: Down but not out in Paris & London
'It sounds odd, but buyers expect a certain amount of craziness in Paris whether it’s a protest or Olympics controversy and investors seem unperturbed by the changes.'
Valuation Viewpoint: Exodus means property taxation
Wealthy people are leaving the UK & the government will need to make some tough choices as a result, warns Parthenia's James Wyatt.
Why independent agencies need to stay hungry
A stuttering market has driven a noticeable shift in attitudes towards smaller firms with big reputations, argues agency boss Jon Byers as he blows a trumpet for boutique businesses.
Tom Bill: Rate cut will boost demand but Budget uncertainty lingers
Mortgage costs are expected to fall further after the Bank of England’s decision to cut rates last week, but the prospect of tax rises may dampen demand in prime markets, says Knight Frank's UK resi r…