OBR revises housing market forecasts in light of Covid-19
Three scenarios for house prices and transactions volumes over the next five years have been presented by the Office for Budget Responsibility - an Upside, a Central, and a Downside.
‘Certainty will return to the UK housing market’, predicts JLL in an upbeat set of forecasts
Property firm prophecies "the end of a long period of uncertainty" in London and around the country - with positive growth on the cards for house prices, transaction volumes and rental values.
By PrimeResi
Three Phases: How prime London’s property market will emerge from the Covid-19 lockdown
The ongoing Coronavirus lockdown will be followed by a "mini-boom" in prime London's property market, predicts super-prime specialist estate agency Beauchamp.
By PrimeResi
Volatile property market to calm, says OBR as it upgrades house price forecast
"House prices have risen significantly faster since the start of the pandemic than we had expected, says the Office of Budget Responsibility.
By PrimeResi
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Major London estate agency accused of ‘a culture of sexual harassment, antisemitism, racism & bullying’
'Any matters of sexual harassment or misconduct are taken extremely seriously, thoroughly investigated and in no way tolerated,' says Foxtons in response to a Bloomberg investigation.
By PrimeResi
Agency seals string of big-ticket deals in SW London
Resale records fall in Barnes & Wimbledon as a new generation of wealthy buyers seeks out London village living.
One Hyde Park residents sue over alleged defects
Corroded pipes could cost £35mn to repair, suggest lawyers for super-prime Knightsbridge home-owners.
By PrimeResi
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
Previously asking £20mn, the Grade II* listed Edgeworth Manor near Stroud is one of the Cotswolds' finest.
Property Listenings: Three real estate podcasts to hear this month
Catch up on fascinating conversations with industry insiders in PrimeResi's new regular round-up.
In Pictures: ‘Iconic’ Kensington penthouse seeks buyer
'Garden in the sky' was created in the early 1960s & sits at almost the highest point in the Royal Borough.
International buyer picks up £15mn Mayfair townhouse
Knight Frank's Mayfair & Private Office teams collaborate on sale of 'exceptional' property near Hyde Park.
The Building Safety Act & Luxury Property Development: What we’ve learned so far
It's been over a year since the Building Safety Act came into force, bringing sweeping changes for the construction sector.
Key launches, challenges & trends in London’s new homes market
Sales are proving strongest for build-complete homes, and nearly a third of developers are expecting stronger reservation volumes in 2025, reports Anna Ward.
By Anna Ward
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Jo Eccles: On price inconsistency & a key challenge for buyers
Realistic expectations & up-to-date information are crucial for success in the current market, says top buying agent.
By Jo Eccles