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Families could reclaim thousands of pounds in inheritance tax, if executors end up selling an inherited property for less than its IHT valuation
Tax advisor fined over Stamp Duty avoidance advice
Cornerstone's David Hannah has been ordered to pay a total of £60,000 for "failing to properly assess and communicate" the risks of a Stamp Duty avoidance scheme in 2007.
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UK property prices have increased three-times as fast as earnings since 2008
The average value of a UK home has risen by 43% over the last decade, while the average wage has increased by 15% - and mortgage payments have trickled up by just 3%
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Holiday home tax loophole is ‘a scandal’, says Colliers
The current system allows many second home owners to avoid both council tax and business rates
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Plans submitted for significant 89-home refurb scheme in South Ken
Wellcome is looking to upgrade a portfolio of 34 townhouses on Evelyn Gardens, transforming former student accommodation into high spec homes.
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Penthouse overlooking Lord’s makes market debut, seeking £10mn minimum bid
Home of Cricket-facing apartment with 100-ft terrace is being offered for sale for the first time, with all proceeds due to go to charity.
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Dexters buys another London estate agency
Fraser & Co operates four branches in London and an outpost in Hong Kong.
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Forecasts Recast: Influential analysts downgrade prime property prospects as outlook darkens
Knight Frank, JLL, Savills and Strutt & Parker have all cut house price forecasts in the last few weeks. PrimeResi checks where the market stands as we head into H2.
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KFH hires ex-Foxtons director for senior lettings role
Suzi Robertson was previously Foxtons' first female front office director.
Heavyweight property companies exit FTSE 100
Berkeley Group and Rightmove are both being relegated from the UK's index of corporate giants.
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UAE developer puts down roots in Prime Central London
Dubai-based operator opens Knightsbridge office as Gulf property groups continue to make moves in the capital.
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