UK real estate sector ‘not ready for GDPR’
Significant tightening of data protection regulation less than a year away, but survey finds 35% of real estate and construction firms have "no awareness at all"
‘Game-changing’ platform claims ability to predict real estate trends up to 15 years in advance
Gleensite says its system can locate the areas that are about to take off, while helping investors avoid potential downturns...
Airbnb ‘not an estate agent’, rules EU court
Europe's highest court decides that US-based short-term accommodation platform does not need to comply with French property laws in landmark case
14 key principles for licensed estate agents: Future RoPA Code of Practice opens for consultation
“The new code of practice will look to set standards at a higher level than currently legally set," says steering committee leader Baroness Hayter.
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In Pictures: ‘One of the finest country estates in southern England’ seeks £58mn
Agents have been instructed to find a buyer for the extraordinary Laverstoke Park in Hampshire.
Big-brand luxury property brokerage launches ‘flagship’ West London office
UK Sotheby’s International Realty has opened a fifth branch in the capital, setting up shop with a strong team on Kensington Church Street.
‘Britain’s most daring property developer’ to race in 14,500km motor rally
John Caudwell has been inspired by the links between the famous Peking to Paris Rally and his £300mn resi project on the French Riviera.
Mayfair resident ordered to undo unlawful basement works at historic townhouse
'Those who ignore planning rules will be held accountable,' Westminster officials warn.
Imposing Berkshire school site pitched for sale with resi potential
'Opportunities of this scale and heritage rarely come to market,' says Knight Frank.
Knight Frank boosts billionaire division with Head of Global Private Capital
International property consultancy rolls out new strategy to 'align its capabilities across super-prime residential, global capital markets & capital advisory.'
Lomond swoops on Central London lettings agency Draker
Property services giant adds well-known boutique firm to its burgeoning portfolio.
Lendlease confirms ‘late stage’ negotiations for major Crown Estate JV
Elephant Park, Silvertown & Euston over-site developer is looking to 'accelerate the release of capital from international development through capital partnering'.
Tribunal rules on high stakes CGT case over super-prime Chelsea mansion
The Finchatton-built home sold for more than £27mn in 2015.
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Christie’s International Real Estate names new president
Gavin Swartzman will take on the top role at the Compass-owned network next month.
International estate agency adds two senior recruits to fortify global network
Sarah Kemp & Yulia Klim have joined Chestertons Global to manage marketing & the affiliate network.
Lettings agency records 55% jump in PCL valuations
'Traction is cautiously rebuilding after a quiet winter,' says Winkworth, as American & corporate tenants boost demand.
Former Maskells director joins Harding Green
Clem Byron Evans worked for Savills before joining Maskells in Chelsea. He has now moved to become a self-employed prime property broker.
Ranked: London top £1mn+ neighbourhoods
More than 90% of homes listed for sale in Mayfair & Knightsbridge in the last month sport seven-figure asking prices.