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A 20% rent rise puts Bond Street back on top in Europe — but the implications go far beyond fashion. Bond Street is back in the spotlight. In 2024, London’s most iconic retail address reclaimed its crown as Europe’s most expensive shopping street, with prime rents rising by 20%
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Scottish Labour has launched a campaign to overhaul the property factoring system across Scotland, calling it a “racket” that leaves homeowners overcharged and underserved. The party is pushing for legislative reform that would make it easier to remove underperforming property factors and open up the market to more accountable, community-led
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The number of overseas buyers registering interest in UK residential property has fallen to its lowest level in recorded history. According to Knight Frank, foreign demand made up just 1% of total buyer registrations in Q1 2025. That figure marks a steep drop from the 2008–2014 period, when international
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After a relatively stable winter period, the UK property market saw a noticeable dip in March. Halifax reports that the average house price fell by 0.5%, bringing the national average to £296,699. While this might sound like a small shift, it’s the sharpest monthly drop since March
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An industrial relic reimagined: why this landmark regeneration should be on your radar. A Historic Site With a New Purpose Once the largest brick warehouse in the world, Liverpool’s Tobacco Warehouse is undergoing a bold £250 million redevelopment. Located at Stanley Dock, this Grade II-listed building is being transformed
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Recent changes increase upfront costs for new homeowners. Understanding the Stamp Duty Changes As of April 1, 2025, significant adjustments to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) have come into effect in England and Northern Ireland, impacting first-time buyers. The previous threshold, which allowed first-time buyers to pay no stamp duty
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The hidden cost of homeownership is rising fast — and it’s catching buyers off guard. A Financial Burden Many Didn’t See Coming Recent research has revealed that UK homeowners are now spending an average of £627 per month on home maintenance — equivalent to nearly two-thirds of the average monthly
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Private meetings, legal threats, and legislative delays — what landlords and consultants need to know. The Story Behind the Story In a revelation that’s sparked concern across housing and political circles, senior Conservative figures have been holding private meetings with major landlords to coordinate a strategy for blocking or significantly
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Escalating fees challenge homeowners and highlight the need for transparency in property management. The Rising Burden of Service Charges Across the UK, flat owners are grappling with rapidly increasing service charges imposed by property management companies. In some instances, these fees have surpassed mortgage repayments, placing significant financial strain on
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Bank's policy change allows buyers to access up to £35,000 more in loans. A Welcome Shift in Lending Criteria In a move set to invigorate the UK housing market, Santander has revised its mortgage affordability assessments, enabling borrowers to increase their loan amounts by up to £35,
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Impending tax adjustments drive a surge in property transactions across the UK. The Rush to Beat the Deadline With the government's announcement of upcoming changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) effective April 1, over 100,000 homebuyers are racing to finalize their property purchases. The revisions will