'There’s a very different energy': How the Balearic property market regained its rhythm
Amid the political noise, demand for the Mediterranean region's rarefied homes remains fierce - and increasingly focused on year-round living, explains Maria Garde of boutique agency Charles Marlow.
New Zealand reopens ultra-prime property market to wealthy investors
Rule change aimed at luring global HNW capital amid rising demand for safe-haven homes.
From Boom to Balance? Inside Dubai’s ‘maturing’ luxury property market
As buying activity climbs to new record levels, research from Knight Frank & Savills explores Dubai's meteoric rise to the top of the global super-prime arena.
Market Snapshot: Parisian property shows ‘resilience despite a barrage of headwinds’
Knight Frank highlights four key trends to watch in Paris's prime residential markets this year.
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Talking Heads: Prime property industry reactions to the Budget 2025
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Social Circuit: John Caudwell’s festive drinks reception at Mayfair House
Billionaire entrepreneur, developer & philanthropist hosts a seasonal gathering of political, charity & media figures at his Grade II listed private palace.
International buyer lands £25mn Knightsbridge Gate penthouse
Marquee 6,214 sq ft residence drew multiple offers despite wider market caution.
Budget 2025: OBR leak confirms ‘mansion tax’ on £2mn+ homes from April 2028
Office for Budget Responsibility report published early 'in error' - including details of a new Council Tax surcharge on high-value homes.
Budget 2025: Chancellor confirms a ‘mansion tax’ & higher rates on property income
High-value homes will face significantly higher Council Tax bills, while landlords will pay a larger share of their property income to HMRC.
£10.95mn Regent’s Park mansion sold ‘within minutes’ of Budget speech
UK buyer accelerated exchange on Grade I listed residence after Chancellor delivered a softer-than-expected property tax package.
Mansion tax modelling flags £13,700 bills for second homes
Hamptons analysis finds over 3,300 £2mn+ second homes exposed to dual surcharges as revaluation looms.
Top buying agent launches independent firm
Lucie Hirst's new operation will specialise in high-end acquisitions across PCL & the Cotswolds.
Specialist country house agency hits £500mn sales milestone
Strutt & Parker alumni Andrew Russell & Ben Bentley’s boutique firm unveils debut TV campaign as it toasts 'remarkable chapter'.
Super-prime developer Binghatti appoints London sales lead
Dean Elgafar previously worked at Wetherell, Chestertons & UK Sotheby's International Realty.
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Hoffen West acquires well-known PCL agency’s lettings & management book
26-year-old Belgravia specialist's portfolio will be integrated into Rupert Hoffen & Neil West's operation.
Swiss voters reject significant super-rich inheritance tax proposal
Decisive result in Switzerland's divisive wealth tax referendum.
Deferred mansion tax bills ‘could face 8% interest’
Reports highlight the potential high cost of deferring a tax bill.