Government pledges to ‘come down hard’ on property-owning shell company fronts
Here's what's likely to be included in the 'world first' register of beneficial owners
Government teams up with property & finance industries to tackle fraud
NAEA Propertymark joins the Government's new Economic Crime Strategic Board
Scottish Government outlines new legal powers to seize vacant property
A new Compulsory Sales Order could offer local authorities in Scotland much broader powers to requisition derelict buildings and unused land
What real impact would a public register of beneficial owners have on the UK property sector?
The new draft Bill promises more transparency in the UK property industry, but will it cause headaches for estate agents, solicitors and developers - and will it put off overseas investors?
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Luxury brokerage drafts trio of seasoned Central London agents from Savills
Mayfair-based property firm confirms more high-profile signings & trails its 'next phase of growth'.
One dollar millionaire leaving the UK ‘every 45 minutes’
Government under more pressure to rethink non-dom crackdown as research reveals scale of HNW 'exodus'.
London Square picks up prominent Ransome’s Wharf site opposite Chelsea Embankment
Property developer continues its dramatic run of prime London site acquisitions since becoming part of Aldar in late 2023.
In Pictures: A-list-approved Caribbean estate asks $39mn
'Legendary' villa at Amanyara in the Turks & Caicos Islands is the most expensive listing in the region right now.
Peak Luxury: Four Seasons penthouses to go on sale in Gstaad
Global hospitality firm appointed to manage 'iconic' property in glitzy Swiss ski resort.
In Pictures: Chelsea Waterfront’s Powerhouse reaches completion
Painstaking 15-year project has transformed a century-old SW London landmark into a striking new luxury apartment scheme.
Carter Jonas installs national resi sales boss
Dominic Bruneau will oversee the agency's network of 14 resi sales teams across the UK.
In Pictures: On the market for the first time in 700 years, seeking £21mn
Ripley Castle in Yorkshire has been home to the Ingilby family since the early 1300s.
Grosvenor sells massive stake in Mayfair to Norwegian wealth fund
Norges Bank Investment Management has taken a 25% stake in a £1.2bn property portfolio around Grosvenor Street and Mount Street.
‘Innovation in services & amenities will become increasingly essential’: On the future of branded residences
As the branded resi sector continues to grow at a remarkable pace, Michele Galli of The One Atelier explores what’s driving the evolution and resilience of this luxury niche.
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Leasehold overhaul edges closer as Minister signs-off first step
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