Mass exodus of foreign workers could hit London house prices – Capital Economics
Analysis links sudden drop in UK population to ‘huge rise in vacancy rates’ in the London and Midlands rental markets.
Market Talk: On the spike in house prices in London
Agencies, analysts and commentators share their thoughts on the latest ONS stats, released this week, which showed the fastest price growth the capital has seen since 2016.
UK house prices hit a four-year high as demand for outside space continues to climb
"The latest RICS survey provides firm evidence of a strong uplift in activity in the housing market which should help support the wider economy gain traction over the coming months," says RICS' Chief Economist…
London rental market activity booms, but prices face downward pressure
Chestertons has reported a 45% increase in new tenancies in London this September compared to last - but supply is running high, forcing many more landlords to cut rents.
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OBE for former Battersea Power Station chief
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