'Why the housing ladder doesn't exist any more'
The FT's Thomas Hale has written an interesting piece (with lots of sums), arguing that the traditional lifetime escalation from a first-time buyer's flat to a family-sized house is now 'a myth that young people cling to, without any basis in reality'.
Survey highlights public concern over housing
“The housing crisis is an economic, social and human catastrophe," says the Chartered Institute of Housing. "But it can be solved"
‘End stamp duty to rebalance the housing market’ – RICS
20% of surveyors believe replacing Stamp Duty with a modernised Council Tax would benefit the property market and wider economy
London needs a £4.9bn annual Government subsidy to deliver enough affordable housing
A new report indicates that London needs a massive seven-fold increase in Government funding to deliver affordable homes
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RIB recruits top Sotheby’s agent in ‘significant’ prime resi push
Longstanding independent firm ramps up resi division with recruitment of high-profile broker & star of Britain’s Most Expensive Houses as head of sales.
‘Disruptive’ country property agency hits £220mn in sales
Andrew Russell & Ben Bentley's independent firm, The Country House Department, is on course for a 'record' year following a number of big-ticket deals.
Trophy Mayfair block seeks £40mn
Boutique development on Mount Street houses four luxury apartments designed by Rigby & Rigby, plus some retail and office space.
Buyer sought for ‘exceptional’ Chelsea development site
Freehold swathe on sought-after Tite Street has scope for a significant prime resi scheme.
London property consultancy recruits director of private clients
Hamish Bruce has joined Inhous following stints at Marsh & Parsons and Black Brick.
Agents instructed to sell super-luxe Chelsea retirement apartments
'The release of these incredible apartments is in response to growing demand for an option to purchase a home and we are seeing strong interest,' says Henry Lumby, Director of Sales at Auriens Chelsea
Election 2024: Prime property sector sees “cause for optimism” in the prospect of a Labour government
'The likelihood of an incoming Labour government no longer feels like a massive threat to prime property markets in London and the country,' says Middleton Advisors.
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Knight Frank expands super-prime lettings team
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