PCL rents finally on the rise as economy rebounds
Average rents rise by 2%, but drop in the South East
Average rents across the country rose by 2% in 2013 in "a year of rebalancing as the economy recovers," according to Countrywide's annual lettings index.
Central London prime resi on the rise
There's a lot going on in EA Shaw's "Patch" (the bit between the West End and the City); new masterplans and new prime property developments seem to be popping up all over the place.
Olympics Effect and HNWS (High Net Worth Students) driving PCL market: W A Ellis
The buzz of the Olympic summer in London has significantly swelled interest from international buyers, but most appear reluctant to swallow the higher SDLT and are looking to purchase below the £2m threshold,…
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Off-market Notting Hill house sells close to £35mn guide
Luxury brokerage secures rare 9,000 sq ft lateral home for British buyer in ‘landmark’ deal.
Chelsea estate reportedly trades in £270m-plus off-market deal
Sale of historic SW London mansion is thought to rank among the most expensive ever recorded in the UK, and potentially globally.
Strutts bolsters Knightsbridge & Belgravia team with double hire
Heritage estate agency adds high-end specialists from Chestertons & Carter Jonas as PCL push continues.
Strutt & Parker refreshes brand as growth push gathers pace
140-year-old firm’s marketing overhaul aims to 'move the brand into a more premium space' amid ongoing hiring and broker push.
LRG snaps up Chelsea agency Farrar & Co
Estate agency group adds longstanding RBKC independent to growing stable.
Opinion: Finchatton’s Andrew Dunn on London’s resilience in a changing world
The top-flight super-prime developer shares insights on demand, sentiment amid uncertainty, and what still drives HNW decision-making.
Behind closed doors: When big egos derail super-prime property deals
From hedge fund titans to media moguls, seasoned buying agent Saul Empson reflects on the real cost of bad behaviour.
Ant Yapi appointed at Holland Park Gate
The international contractor will deliver Phase Two of Lodha UK's super-prime project opposite the Design Museum.
Inside Foxtons: Sales reset, stress tests & the shift to recurring income
Estate agency reveals fresh detail on sales strategy, downside scenarios and senior pay in latest company filings.
In Pictures: ‘Extraordinary’ double chalet in Gstaad goes under the hammer
The 'exceptionally rare' property features two independent ski-in chalets with 'resort style' amenities.
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Luxury Mayfair scheme chalks up deals as turnkey demand holds firm
Agents report ‘sustained appetite’ at Reuben Brothers development despite market headwinds.
UK Sotheby’s teams up with Sports World on big-ticket lettings
Tie-up results in ‘landmark’ transactions in Highgate and North Surrey.
London property prices have climbed by an average of 1.3% a year over the last decade
Central London areas have significantly underperformed outer boroughs in price growth terms.
Six ways the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge could change the luxury property market
From shifts in pricing and transaction levels to new-build activity, the OBR has released fresh forecasts for how the prime resi market could be affected by 2028's new annual levy.