Nicky Stevenson: 'A very different year beckons' in 2023
'Although the reputation of the UK suffered damage in the autumn, the stability afforded in recent weeks will do much to restore confidence,' says Fine & Country chief Nicky Stevenson, as she reflects on the past 12 months in property and politics.

Nicky Stevenson is Managing Director at Fine & Country UK.
PCL property prices to climb 13.5% over the next five years, predicts Savills, as prime markets out-perform
Savills has updated its five-year property market forecasts, predicting price drops in all regions and sectors in 2023.
Property transactions likely to drop by more than fifth in 2023 – UK Finance
Britain's banking trade body expects the housing market to return to pre-pandemic activity levels next year.
Economists predict ‘at least 10%’ slump for UK & US house prices next year
Credit Suisse has reiterated its prediction of a significant correction for global house prices.
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Agency seals string of big-ticket deals in SW London
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Hamptons installs new Kensington sales boss
Former Sotheby's director to lead agency's high-profile operation in W8.
Historic Cotswolds ‘masterpiece’ now seeking £13.5mn
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International buyer picks up £15mn Mayfair townhouse
Knight Frank's Mayfair & Private Office teams collaborate on sale of 'exceptional' property near Hyde Park.
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'Garden in the sky' was created in the early 1960s & sits at almost the highest point in the Royal Borough.
Key launches, challenges & trends in London’s new homes market
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