PCL sales hit a high, but growth slows
Recession survivors see conveyancing volumes hit ten-year high
The total number of conveyancing firms active in the UK market last year (5,871) was down 24% on the 7,733 seen in 2007, which means that a whopping 1,862 firms have either exited the market or merged…
‘Dramatic’ fall in PCL house sales (even for an election year)
A significant reduction in transactions is to be expected in an election year, but there have only been nineteen house sales across the whole of Belgravia, Chelsea, Knightsbridge and Kensington in…
Britain’s first million-pound towns emerge despite seven-figure sales slump
The number of £1m+ property sales slumped by 11% in the first half of 2015, but the regional picture tells a slightly different story, as average property prices in three towns breach the million mark…
Most read
Rich List 2025: Britain’s 50 wealthiest property tycoons
How did the UK’s biggest real estate players fare amid the turmoil of the last 12 months?
Knight Frank boosts billionaire division with Head of Global Private Capital
International property consultancy rolls out new strategy to 'align its capabilities across super-prime residential, global capital markets & capital advisory.'
In Pictures: ‘One of the finest country estates in southern England’ seeks £58mn
Agents have been instructed to find a buyer for the extraordinary Laverstoke Park in Hampshire.
Big-brand luxury property brokerage launches ‘flagship’ West London office
UK Sotheby’s International Realty has opened a fifth branch in the capital, setting up shop with a strong team on Kensington Church Street.
‘Britain’s most daring property developer’ to race in 14,500km motor rally
John Caudwell has been inspired by the links between the famous Peking to Paris Rally and his £300mn resi project on the French Riviera.
Mayfair resident ordered to undo unlawful basement works at historic townhouse
'Those who ignore planning rules will be held accountable,' Westminster officials warn.
Imposing Berkshire school site pitched for sale with resi potential
'Opportunities of this scale and heritage rarely come to market,' says Knight Frank.
Top-end estate agency to list property prices in Bitcoin
Cryptocurrency pricing 'offers an engaging and modern lens through which to view property values,' says Moveli.
Lomond swoops on Central London lettings agency Draker
Property services giant adds well-known boutique firm to its burgeoning portfolio.
Lendlease confirms ‘late stage’ negotiations for major Crown Estate JV
Elephant Park, Silvertown & Euston over-site developer is looking to 'accelerate the release of capital from international development through capital partnering'.
LATEST ARTICLES
Property Vision International lands in Jersey
Former PCL agent Charlie Woods will run the latest addition to the acquisition firm's global network.
Christie’s International Real Estate names new president
Gavin Swartzman will take on the top role at the Compass-owned network next month.
International estate agency adds two senior recruits to fortify global network
Sarah Kemp & Yulia Klim have joined Chestertons Global to manage marketing & the affiliate network.
Lettings agency records 55% jump in PCL valuations
'Traction is cautiously rebuilding after a quiet winter,' says Winkworth, as American & corporate tenants boost demand.
Former Maskells director joins Harding Green
Clem Byron Evans worked for Savills before joining Maskells in Chelsea. He has now moved to become a self-employed prime property broker.