Hong Kong refuses to cool as global house prices heat up
Big Picture: Miami, Lagos & Hong Kong lead world property price growth
Miami, Lagos and Hong Kong were the star performers of 2012, according to the Lonres International House Price Growth Comparison, each seeing values soar by over 25%.
A ‘dangerous cocktail’ mutes the outlook for global house prices in 2016
The global economy is supping on a "dangerous cocktail", says Knight Frank, as low oil prices, a strong dollar and a struggling China combine to quell expectations of property price increases in the coming…
‘Two-Speed Europe’ emerges as global house prices nudge up
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St James’s Square trophy emerges from five-year ultra-luxe overhaul
Developer Henigman says freehold Lutyens mansion offers 'rare, generational opportunity to own one of the world’s finest residences'.
Success storeys: Top four development sales launches of last year revealed
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RBKC approves 100% premium on second homes
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Tulchan is one of the great Highland estates. 'The opportunity it offers is unmatched in Scotland today,' says Savills.
Property prices are already ‘bunching’ around new mansion tax thresholds
'Some sellers are adjusting asking prices downwards,' reports big agency, as pricing strategies adapt to keep properties below the £2mn mark.
British property mogul reportedly sells $55mn NYC townhouse
One Hyde Park co-creator is said to have sold the property after acquiring a Midtown penthouse.
Strutt & Parker recruits Savills’ Hampstead sales head
Heritage agency boosts new broker network with senior north London hire.
Prime property listening: five industry podcasts worth tuning into
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Why did Iran bomb Dubai? A Middle East expert explains the regional alliances at play
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