UK government mulls tax hike for foreign property owners
'It’s striking that other open trading economies have significant restrictions or significant tax penalties or tax takes on overseas property owners,' says levelling-up secretary Michael Gove as pre-Budget rumours begin to swirl.
UK comes close to last in OECD property tax rankings
Britain slips down to 22nd position in the International Tax Competitiveness Index, and is now ranked 33rd out of 36 on property taxes...
Real Estate Legal Digest: An essential guide to the latest developments shaping the UK property market
Stay abreast of the key policies & issues affecting the sector with our regular legal briefing, prepared by Boodle Hatfield's team of experts.
Government plans short-term rental database & more powers for landlords
New Renters Reform Bill measures announced as part of crackdown on anti-social behaviour.
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UK Sotheby’s International Realty confirms departure of Managing Partner Reynolds
Claire Reynolds spent 19 years with Savills before joining George Azar's brokerage to lead a dramatic expansion in prime London.
Agency seals record-breaking deal in ‘London’s first luxury apartment block’
'Spectacular' £10.75mn duplex at Albert Hall Mansions was sold to an overseas buyer.
PCL property & wealth management consultancy bolsters team
Mayfair-based Lanesborough Advisory installs Henry Browne as Partner and Co-Owner.
Trio of developers completes hidden scheme in the heart of Mayfair
Three agencies are jointly handling sales at Three Kings Mayfair, where one apartment has already sold for more than £5,000 psf.
Turning the page: Why it’s time to exit the ‘Wexit’ echo chamber
It would be impossible for prime markets not to feel the impact of recent tax changes, but the reality of the 'wealth exit' on the ground is different from the media perception, say top property advisors…
Buyer sought for Lutyens’ last country house masterpiece
Grade I Cotswolds mansion debuts on the open market, seeking offers over £18mn.
Historic Chelsea gem with artistic pedigree hits the market at £9mn
Buyer sought for 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' between the King's Road and Fulham Road.
Property agents face ‘major changes’ as Material Information rules replaced
'The risks for non-compliance are potentially much higher' now, warns Propertymark, as Trading Standards removes Material Information guidance in favour of regulation under the new Digital Markets, Competition…
Knight Frank downgrades PCL house price growth forecast
'Needs-based' housing markets are likely to see prices rise faster than previously thought, but Knight Frank has cut its near-term forecast for Prime Central London 'due to the fact the political backdrop…
In Pictures: French Riviera ‘Bond Villa’ returns to market
Villa Roc Fleuri was formerly home to Bond actor Sean Connery.
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Kensington market heats up as international buyers sense an opportunity
Agency reports flurry of transactions between £5mn and £10mn across the prestigious neighbourhood.
Tribunal rules on high stakes CGT case over super-prime Chelsea mansion
The Finchatton-built home sold for more than £27mn in 2015.
High-end PCL homes to go under the hammer at global auction event
Townhouses in Belgravia and the West End, plus a luxury apartment in Chelsea, will headline Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions’ live sale later this month.
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