Rightmove reports ‘busiest ever’ Boxing Day
A flurry of new sales listings and a rush of buyer enquiries herald a busy start to 2025 for property agents.
Rightmove reports record levels of former rental homes for sale
Property portal warns that 'it has become more attractive for some landlords to leave the rental sector rather than to continue to invest in it, due to rising costs, taxes, and legislation.'
Sales market activity up despite the ‘usual seasonal lull’ – Rightmove
Asking prices dipped 1.7% in the last month, but buying activity 'remains strong' compared to last year.
‘2025 could be the beginning of the price turning point for the London market’ – Rightmove
Property portal predicts a buyers' market across the UK next year, with more transactions and 4% growth for asking prices.
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Mark Collins, the former Chairman of Residential at CBRE, has joined the expanding design & development firm as non-exec director.
Cain taps ex-Six Senses CEO for global luxury investment drive
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Opportunity in the age of reform: On prime lettings & the Renters’ Rights Bill
Rather than undermining the sector, sweeping changes coming down the line will prove a catalyst for evolution, argues Yasmin Ulhaq.
Standout homes in London & East Sussex make Stirling Prize shortlist
Japanese-inspired South London residence & reinvented Hastings house among six projects shortlisted for UK architecture’s top honour.
Survey reveals shifting UHNWI strategies in PCL
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