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How Mayfair and Marylebone’s resi resurgence changed the dynamics of PCL
High-end buyers have shifted their focus slightly further north of central London as commercial buildings once again become exquisite homes, says Knight Frank's super-prime specialist...
Underground Tactics: How to challenge (and defend) a basement development scheme
What can unhappy neighbours do about basement developments, and what should those doing the works be concerned about?
London Values: Why nothing is guaranteed
Philip Eastwood explains why you can’t be too scientific when it comes to buying property - or luxury watches...
It is time to hand the housing crisis over to the professionals
The UK's property industry has the depth of talent to turn decades of underinvestment and policy neglect around, but only if given the power to do so, says Alexander Lewis...
Why electric cars are set to drive a quiet revolution for property prices
Savvy investors with a (very) long-term view could do well to look at properties near busy roads, says top buying agent Edward Heaton.
Carrington on Q1: How the vendor/buyer dynamic has changed
LonRes Chairman William Carrington explains how the market is adapting - as it always does...
The spotlight is on Russian money, but don’t let the few spoil it for the many
As MPs prepare to debate new sanctions legislation in the Commons next week, acquisition specialist Alisa Zotimova summarises the current mood amongst Russian buyers in the capital, arguing that whilst…
We’ve found the best way to control Japanese knotweed, declare academics
Killing the notorious weed 'is almost impossible' - but it can be controlled, say researchers after a comprehensive five-year study
Splitting Heirs: How agents deal with divorce
With new BBC drama ‘The Split’ about to hit the airwaves, Trevor Abrahmsohn looks at one of the key drivers of the UK's resi property market...
What’s In A Name? How to trade up without moving
Upgrading the name of a property to something more aspirational can work wonders, says Charlie Wells, but beware of overdoing it….
Dealing With Disputes: The case for mediation
It is startling how eager developers, contractors and joint venture partners are to take each other to court, even when there are initiatives designed to encourage them to seek alternative resolutions,…
A brief guide to buying or selling land to make a bigger garden
Strutt & Parker has noticed a rising trend for homeowners looking to grow their gardens or bolt-on a next-door paddock to their property...