Format: Views
The sky’s the limit: Could drones change the way we buy and sell property?
Sophie Henwood & Navpreet Atwal look at how drone technology is currently being used in the property sector, the key rules and regulations to follow, and the implications for those involved in the buying…
What will raise sustainability up the agenda for house values?
Annabel King explores how sustainability is currently influencing valuations, and discusses what she believes will drive change as the UK pursues its ‘net-zero carbon’ by 2050 goal...
Twelve Months On: What has the industry learnt?
Exactly one year ago today the UK’s property market re-opened for business, emerging after nearly seven weeks in lockdown; the learnings of the last year will shape how we conduct business in the future, wr…
On the shortage of supply across UK property markets
Tom Bill digs deeper into the imbalance between supply and demand that’s been putting upwards pressure on prices...
A perfect storm: Three reasons why the country market is red-hot right now
A number of unconnected components have all conspired to create a wild hive of activity, writes Saul Empson
Sadiq Khan re-elected: what London mayor’s priorities should be for second term
After a closer than anticipated run, the mayor will want to make sure that he starts the next term well, writes Farah Hussain.
Are property owners prepared for the impacts of climate change on flooding in the UK?
UK coastal flooding has been regarded as the second-highest risk of civil emergency after pandemic influenza, with an estimated £150 billion of assets at risk.
The view from Knightsbridge: Has PCL turned a corner?
Those hanging on in the hope of buying at the bottom of the market may have missed the boat, says Nic Pejacsevich...
Country Strife: Savills’ Philip Eddell on avoiding trouble in paradise
With demand continuing to surge in the UK’s country property market, the head of Savills’ London & Country House Consultancy advises UHNW owners to address seven key themes to make sure their mansion or …
Why sourcing best-in-class properties has become even harder for buyers
Most of the decent houses have sold over the last year, and what remains is often either overpriced or substandard, writes Hannah Aykroyd.
How agents can & should protect vendors from dual fees
"In today’s competitive housing market, it is not uncommon for sellers to move agents", says Paul Offley.
Beyond Hotels: On the future of branded residential
Hotels may dominate the international branded residence space, but there's scope for lifestyle brands - from food and drink to fashion and tech - to move into the sector, suggests Riyan Itani.