Patron Capital, the London-based private equity real estate firm, has taken a major leap in its growth strategy with a landmark €600 million commitment from Mitsubishi Estate. The Japanese property giant, through its global arm Mitsubishi Estate Global Partners (MEGP), has acquired a majority stake in Patron, aiming to strengthen
Landmark ruling makes lenders responsible for protecting vulnerable joint borrowers. What this judgment means for lenders, brokers, lawyers, and developers. The Supreme Court has issued a decisive ruling in the case of Waller‑Edwards v One Savings Bank. It establishes that where joint mortgage funds are used partly for one
After a 28 per cent drop in April transactions, recovery still looks uncertain. What property professionals should plan for next. House sales in the UK dropped by 28 per cent in April as the stamp‑duty deadline ended and buyers stepped back. That is the warning from Knight Frank’s
UK mortgage approvals reached their lowest level in over a year in April following the end of the stamp duty holiday. Here’s what professionals need to know and do next. April saw mortgage approvals drop to 60,463; a figure not seen since February 2024; as the stamp duty
A new study reveals a stark decline in first-time buyer affordability across the UK. What does this mean for developers, lenders, and the wider housing market? The numbers are hard to ignore. A new report from Public First, commissioned by the Home Builders Federation, has revealed that just 10.4
A new report reveals that over 236,000 properties in England and Wales are owned through opaque trust structures. How does this affect compliance, reputation, and investment confidence? According to new research from Transparency International, more than £64 billion worth of property in England and Wales is currently held via
A new joint venture between the Crown Estate and Lendlease promises to deliver over 26,000 homes and 10 million square feet of workspace. What does this mean for property professionals? The Crown Estate, the property portfolio held in trust for the British monarchy, has entered a landmark partnership with
Barratt’s plan to roll out Passivhaus-standard homes across London marks a serious shift in the way new housing might be built and marketed. Is this the tipping point for energy performance as a mainstream selling point? Barratt Developments, the UK’s largest housebuilder, has announced that it will begin
The FCA launches a consultation to make mortgages more accessible and flexible. What changes are coming, and how might they reshape the property landscape? In early May, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced a wide-ranging consultation aimed at simplifying the UK’s mortgage rules. The goal is clear: make it
Once a flagship regeneration scheme, Swindon’s Regents Circus is now abandoned. What went wrong — and what can property professionals learn from its decline? In 2014, Regents Circus in Swindon opened with big expectations. The £50 million redevelopment, built on the site of a former college, promised a new era
A historic commitment by pension funds could inject billions into UK infrastructure and real estate. What are the opportunities for developers, investors, and policymakers? In a significant move that may reshape long-term investment across the UK, seventeen of the country’s largest pension funds have pledged to allocate up to
After a brief cooling in April, analysts predict renewed buyer interest heading into summer. What’s behind the slowdown, and what should investors, landlords and developers expect next? House prices across the UK fell by 0.6% in April, according to Nationwide’s latest index. The dip followed a busy
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New data shows a sharp decline in Scottish build-to-rent projects. What is causing the slowdown, and what does it mean for landlords, developers, and investors? The build-to-rent (BTR) sector in Scotland has seen strong growth over the last decade, offering modern rental homes for a market increasingly dominated by long-term
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HSBC, Halifax and Santander adjust mortgage stress tests, making it easier for first-time buyers to borrow more. What does this mean for the property market? Good news has been hard to come by for first-time buyers over the past few years. Rising house prices, higher interest rates, and tough lending
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Frozen thresholds and surging house prices push more families into the inheritance tax net. What does this mean for property owners, and how can you plan ahead? Inheritance tax (IHT) has long been a sensitive topic in UK property circles. For many, it feels like a double blow, working hard
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Councils are spending billions on temporary housing, but behind the scenes, some private landlords and hotel owners are profiting at the expense of vulnerable families. What does this mean for property professionals, policymakers, and ethical investors? England’s homelessness crisis is deepening and behind the growing number of families stuck
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Labour’s ambitious housebuilding target faces a critical skills shortage. Industry leaders warn that without increased migration, the plan may falter. Here’s what property professionals need to know. The Labour government has set an ambitious goal: build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years. This target
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A rising number of wealthy U.S. citizens are making London their new home. From political uncertainty to international education, here’s why it matters for agents, developers, and landlords. The idea of Americans relocating to the UK is not new. But over the past 12 months, London has seen
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A wave of new listings hits the market as sellers respond to tax changes — but how long will buyer appetite hold? The first week of April saw more than 53,000 homes listed for sale in England — one of the sharpest spikes in weekly inventory we’ve seen in recent
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New data shows homes in Manchester and Newcastle are flying off the market — while high-end London stock is taking its time. For decades, London has been seen as the engine room of the UK property market. But in early 2025, a new picture is emerging — and it’s northern cities
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A new national asking price record of £377,182 shows surprising market strength — but where is it coming from, and how long can it last? Despite speculation that the recent stamp duty changes would cool demand, the UK property market has defied expectations. According to the latest data, the average
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London’s newest neighbourhood is setting new standards in sustainability, connectivity and community — here’s why it matters beyond just homebuyers. Every year, The Times publishes its influential list of the best places to live and buy in the UK. In 2025, the winner is not a quaint village in
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A 120-bed floating hotel in Cardiff Bay is making waves — here’s why it matters beyond the marina. The announcement of a 120-bed floating hotel in Cardiff Bay may have raised eyebrows — but it’s already raising questions too. Is this just a novelty, or could it mark the beginning