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Overseas buyers & tenants ‘gearing up for UK return’
Nearly a quarter of web traffic to Knight Frank’s sales and lettings listings came from overseas last month, the highest proportion seen since the start of the pandemic.
Second home-owners cash-in on ‘lucrative’ holiday let relief
Pandemic support grants for second homeowners "will have been far more lucrative than 'business as usual' for many," says Altus Group.
Prime London buyers still splashing out on larger homes
More than half of properties sold over the summer had three or more bedrooms, reports LonRes.
British Land sells historic City townhouses for c.£70m
Gem Hotels has acquired all 92 serviced apartments at Wardrobe Court, near St Paul's Cathedral.
Jackson-Stops to expand branch network by 50% in the next two years
111-year-old firm is the second major heritage estate agency to announce ambitious expansion plans in the last month, in "a pivotal moment" for the brand.
Dutch cities lay out plan to curb property investors
Cities including Amsterdam and Utrecht are hoping to boost housing affordability by stopping private property investors from buying up stock.
11% premium for homes near top-rated primary schools
'While many buyers have been seeking extra space over the last 18 months, there has been a growing focus on balancing this with proximity to amenities,' says Knight Frank
Another major estate agency to be offered for sale?
It's being reported that rapidly-growing estate agency Leaders Roman Group is exploring a potential £400m sale of the business.
Tube will be a ‘game-changer’ for Battersea
Developers rejoice as TfL finally confirms an opening date for the Northern Line Extension.
In Pictures: Rightmove’s most viewed UK & overseas properties of the year so far
From historic mansions and an ultra-modern townhouse to seaside retreats and Mediterranean villas, these are the most popular property listings of 2021 so far...
Property prices likely to rise by a third over the next ten years
Using a very long-range crystal ball, insurance website Comparethemarket is predicting that London's average property value will climb by 63% by 2040, with the UK average rising by 58%.
Apartments on sale at boutique Baker Street scheme
The site of The Beatles' Apple Boutique is being transformed into a set of luxury residences by UAE developer Select Group.