Why savvy sellers are shunning the referral fee route
The public is becoming wise to why some property lawyers have to pay fees to estate agents for new residential conveyancing business, says David Knapp
Understanding the risks of tax evasion in property transactions
With tough new rules now in place, it's important not just to do the right thing, but to be seen to be clearly doing the right thing – and being able to prove it, says Edward Powles
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Top-end property brokerage rolls out global buying advisory service
UK Sotheby’s International Realty launches dedicated offering for HNWIs acquiring prime property across key international markets.
Interview: Stuart Bennett of Domus Nova on off-market deals, winning UHNW loyalty & the new rules of super-prime
One of London's most successful property agents talks us through his journey to the top, how the luxury market is faring in 2025, and what today's ultra-wealthy clients really value in an advisor.
Echlin signs industry big-hitter Collins as £200mn luxury pipeline takes shape
Mark Collins, the former Chairman of Residential at CBRE, has joined the expanding design & development firm as non-exec director.
Luxury hotel group Maybourne recruits Walsh to lead ‘ambitious’ branded resi drive
Owner of Claridge's, The Berkeley & The Connaught brings in The OWO's former sales chief to lead global branded residential strategy.
Knight Frank boosts PCL lettings team with senior hires
Agency recruits seasoned operators from Hamptons & CBRE for key roles in Chelsea & Knightsbridge.
Hutton Bubear brings in D&G alumna to boost country coverage
Well-known agent Tamzin Incledon will oversee searches in The Chilterns, Oxfordshire and Surrey for the boutique property firm.
Deal sealed on rare penthouse overlooking Regent’s Park
Boutique firm tucks away 4,000 sq ft spread at close to its £7.5mn guide as part of £30mn deal run.
LonRes names first Chief Operating Officer
Marketing chief Emma Herriman steps up to new COO role after a decade at the B2B property data platform & network.
Jamie Hope: Uncertainty is the only certainty we have
'Buyers are looking at the market through an ultra-cautious lens,' but boutique agency boss still sees positive signs.
Historic St John’s Wood school building set for luxury resi revival
Swift consent secured for MWA-designed plans to restore former residence & studio of the artist John O’Connor.
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International luxury brokerage launches, promising ‘a new era of property marketing’
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Super-prime St John’s Wood mansion finds a buyer
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