UK has the biggest estate agency sector in Europe, in revenue terms
But competition amongst British property brokers is fierce, meaning average earnings per agency are lower than in some EU nations.
Knight Frank partners with Monaco real estate agency
'With the number of UHNWIs in Monaco set to rise by 23% in the five years to 2026, it makes complete sense for Knight Frank to strengthen its presence in the market,' says Edward de Mallet Morgan.
Ranked: Average estate agency fees around the world
The average sole agency fee for traditional estate agents in the UK has fallen 34% since 2011, according to research by TheAdvisory
Buffett’s HomeServices expands in Europe; London arm plots significant growth
American real estate giant's new Spanish & Portuguese outposts "will open referral channels and increase listings exposure" says London agency Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Kay & Co - which plans to…
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In Pictures: £24.75mn show apartment unveiled at luxury Mayfair scheme, 60 Curzon
A flurry of sales have been finalised at the Art Deco-influenced project in recent months.
Luxury agency UK Sotheby’s International Realty launches property buying arm
The London-based brokerage has already signed up private clients with a combined £300mn to spend on high-end homes in 2025.
Buying agency flags ‘window of opportunity’ for house-hunters
It's shaping up to be a busy winter season for the property market, suggests Recoco.
High-flying agent joins Harding Green in Clapham
Catherine Wilson previously worked at Douglas Elliman in New York, and ran sales for the King's Cross & Battersea Power Station developments in London.
Ending non-dom tax breaks has cost £140mn in ‘lost’ Stamp Duty revenue, claims agency
Knight Frank believes speculation over tax changes caused a 'shortfall' of 142 high-value property sales since March, resulting in a 'theoretical loss' in revenue for HMRC.
Global branded residences sector to double in size over the next seven years, predicts agency
Demand for high-end branded product is showing no signs of slowing down, reports Savills, revealing another 60 names are poised to enter the space by the end of the decade.
In Pictures: Paolo Moschino-designed mansion in St John’s Wood seeks £40k per week
Palatial 10,700 sq ft residence has been kitted out with an array of 'indulgent' amenities, including an Annabel's-esque private club room.
Luxury Property Forum founder announces global ambitions
In Pictures: Priya Rawal hosts the LPF Christmas Soiree at Ginza St James's.
Rightmove predicts 4% growth for asking prices in 2025
Bullish forecast comes despite a 'larger-than-normal seasonal slowdown in pricing as we head towards Christmas'.
Foreign buyers shift focus in UK property market amid changing trends & taxes
The proportion of overseas buyers has risen to 27% in London, new stats show, with Asian investors at the forefront.
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Hamptons recruits SW London specialist
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In Pictures: Design studio completes ‘spectacular’ Nine Elms penthouse project
1508 London delivers a lesson in 'soft minimalism' with this ethereal creation for an international client.
Foxtons reports ‘a notable increase’ in London rental supply
The capital's lettings market is 'defying the typical seasonal slowdown,' says agency.
Mandarin Oriental debuts branded residences in Abu Dhabi
Property developer Aldar has launched sales at Abu Dhabi's first Mandarin Oriental Residences.
In Pictures: Manchester’s ‘most expensive completed penthouse’ seeks £3.5mn
'Our Viadux penthouses bring to Manchester’s prime city centre a level of quality and sophistication that’s usually only seen in London,' says Salboy chief Simon Ismail.