Government orders review of Capital Gains Tax
This CGT review could be "the starting pistol for a tax grab ahead of the Autumn budget later this year", suggest analysts.
Think tank calls for a Property Capital Gains Tax to ‘pay for the coronavirus’
Michael Johnson and the Social Market Foundation are calling for "tens of billions of pounds of new taxes to be levied on increases in the value of homes", with a new Property Capital Gains Tax replacing…
Labour pitches a new national property tax & ‘jury service’ for planning decisions
George Monbiot-authored report sets out some dramatic policy ideas as the Labour Party develops 'an explicit goal of stabilising land and house prices'
What real impact would a public register of beneficial owners have on the UK property sector?
The new draft Bill promises more transparency in the UK property industry, but will it cause headaches for estate agents, solicitors and developers - and will it put off overseas investors?
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£28mn Knightsbridge mansion sale sets 2025 benchmark
Recent mega-deal on Princes Gate 'reaffirms London’s appeal as a global property destination,' say agents.
Surrey mansion that ‘rivals the world’s most prestigious addresses’ pitched at £50mn
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The Times: Who’s buying London’s most expensive new flats?
Investigation lifts the lid on £600mn worth of apartment sales at some of PCL's most prestigious new-build schemes.
Savills expands super-prime lettings operation; recruits new North London chief
Isabella Birch Reynardson's specialist division is expanding into high-value regional rental markets, while Stevie Walmesley has moved from DDRE to lead the team in North London.
John D Wood & Co adds five-branch agency in SW London
Well-known firm with operations in Battersea, Balham, Fulham & Clapham joins prime agency's expanding 'family of brands'.
‘This isn’t just an expansion – it’s a transformation’: US mega-brokerage Douglas Elliman goes global
Major-league luxury real estate brand sets sights on Europe & beyond; high-profile alliance with UK-based Knight Frank 'mutually concluded' after 15 years.
PCL dealmaker Harvey Cyzer on the state of play in Mayfair’s property market
The headlines may be bleak, but sales revenue at OB Private’s Mayfair office is up 228% year-on-year - so are smart buyers seeing what others aren’t?
Global buyers drive $115mn bidding at luxury property auction in London
High-value villas, ranches and vineyards were among the offerings at the latest Concierge Auctions event, held last week at Sotheby's London.
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Luxury sector heavyweight Pierre Mallevays joins Dean Main’s super-prime firm as Strategic Advisor, as it eyes more international growth.
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Jo Eccles: On the importance of acting quickly on good value
While many of today's purchasers are focused on discounts, recognising keen pricing is just as key, says top acquisition expert.
Foxtons, Rightmove alumnus joins Lomond to drive further expansion
Sam Mitchell was also CEO of Strike and Purplebricks.
Savills bolsters Edinburgh lettings team
Sophie Strand is leading an expansion of the agency's residential rental operation in the Scottish capital.