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Upkeeping Appearances: Is property maintenance worth it?
When it comes to running London's most desirable residences, the old proverb "a stitch in time saves nine" is as true today as it ever was, says Bill Shipton...
London Gravity: What goes up must come down – and vice versa
Buying agent Saul Empson has seen five "readily identifiable" market cycles in his property career, and he's sensing another swing of the pendulum...
A Battle in Bangkok: London developers are targeting Thai buyers on home turf
UK developers are tapping in to Thai investors with some significant property exhibitions, reports Andrew Batt from Bangkok
MEE Time: The lowdown on Minimum Energy Efficiency
An essential briefing on the tough new energy rules about to come into force for rental properties across England & Wales...
Price Pointers: Top agent pens guide to selling in a sluggish market
A veteran of over 4,000 deals worth an estimated £50 billion, Glentree's Trevor Abrahmsohn knows more than most about what gets buyers buying.
On the revival of the country estate market
Far from grinding to a halt, the country estate market is seeing plenty of action behind the scenes as a new generation of owners takes the reins, says Jess Simpson...
A Letter from MIPIM: Plus ça change
"It feels like the winds of change are blowing through the property industry and not just down the Croisette this year," says Brecher's Nicky Richmond in a dispatch from MIPIM.
London’s Russian elite are calling in extra security, reports top-end agent
British sanctions against Russia in the wake of the Salisbury nerve agent incident have so far fallen short of attacking private property or business interests - but escalating Anglo-Russian tensions are…
How the Middle East is boosting London property investment amid Brexit uncertainty
Buying agency boss Caroline Takla examines the role the Middle East plays in the London property market, and what Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman's recent state visit could mean for a post-Brexit Britain...
NPPF Reform: Property industry reactions
The Government's consultation is open until 10th May
Hotspots & Slow Burners: On the makings of a successful, sustainable district
Don't overlook established enclaves in search of exciting regeneration opportunities, says Alexander Lewis - these are places where people love to live, which is key to the long term performance of any…
Rules of Construction: Tales from the planning front line
From the recent case in Leicestershire involving a house hidden behind a fake garage door, to the hoo-ha in Kensington over a 'candy-cane' paint job, Clive Moys talks us through some memorable recent breaches…