Rightmove flags surge in American demand for British homes
Scotland overtakes London as top target for US buyers, with investment interest leading the charge.
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Foxtons warns of sharp profit drop; prepares for ‘a prolonged lower transaction volume environment’
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Unfinished Beverly Hills residence is reportedly under offer at more than five times LA's current condo sales record.
Knightsbridge developer cuts resi for hotel & spa scheme
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Has Hamilton Terrace become NW London’s hottest address?
The St John's Wood street has notched up almost £100mn of house sales in the past 12 months.
Knight Frank launches ‘second phase’ of broker recruitment drive
The big-brand estate agency has received 130 enquiries from would-be self-employed brokers so far, with eight being appointed in the last eight weeks.
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Why do some branded resi schemes command huge premiums while others fall short?
Knight Frank signs new Mallorca agency partnership
Balearic agency boss heralds 'a full-circle moment'.
Savills: Prime landlords reassessing rents as costs mount
Many are reviewing rental values and adjusting portfolios in response to growing regulatory, tax and borrowing pressures, says agency.
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Brighter conditions expected across the world's top luxury housing markets in 2027, with Asia leading the pack, Milan outperforming in Europe - but London still under pressure.
Green light for major new East London resi tower
Patel Taylor-designed project will replace an ageing office building with 820 homes overlooking South Dock.
Industry Reactions: Annual house price growth slows to 2.7%
Latest official data shows the national annual rate of property price inflation fell sharply in May. 'The market is holding steady rather than collapsing,' comments one London estate agent.
St John’s Wood mansion trades in £29mn deal
Latest NW8 mega-deal revealed in official records.
Moveli recruits another senior agent from Hamptons
Self-employed agency has tripled its broker count in the last two years.