UK property investment magazineTuesday, 18 August 2026
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UK Avg House Price £278,024 ▼ 0.6% MoM2yr Fixed 3.96% ▲ 0.91ppBoE Base Rate 3.75% Avg Rental Yield 6.1% Updated weeklyUK Avg House Price £278,024 ▼ 0.6% MoM2yr Fixed 3.96% ▲ 0.91ppBoE Base Rate 3.75% Avg Rental Yield 6.1% Updated weekly

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One-third of homes for sale now chain-free as tax fears loom ahead of budget

A third of homes on the market are chain-free as landlords and second-homeowners sell amid concerns over potential capital gains tax changes in the upcoming Budget, Zoopla reports.

By Property Portfolio Investor · October 3, 2024
UK real estate investment is showing early signs of recovery following a period of prolonged political and economic uncertainty, according to global property advisor JLL.
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Green shoots for UK residential investment as recovery begins, says JLL

UK real estate investment shows signs of recovery in 2024, says JLL. International investors remain active, with the living sector driving demand. Learn more about the outlook for…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 29, 2024
Watling Real Estate has been appointed to market a prime freehold investment opportunity in Doncaster city centre. Princegate House, located on Waterdale, offers investors the chance to acquire 90 apartments with diversified income streams, including standard rental agreements, short-term Airbnb-style lets, and on-site parking facilities. About the property Princegate House is a five-storey building featuring 90 self-contained studio and one-bedroom apartments. It includes communal and service areas, a rear car park with 20 spaces, and a bike store, making it an appealing option for a variety of tenants. The property is situated in a convenient location, just a short walk from Doncaster’s Frenchgate Shopping Centre and transport interchange, which provides excellent connectivity to the wider region. Investment potential James Bunce, a surveyor at Watling Real Estate’s Leeds office, commented on the property’s prime location: “Princegate House benefits from its proximity to the Frenchgate Shopping Centre and Doncaster’s transport links. It also neighbours the recently developed Waterdale Civic and Cultural Quarter, which is steadily becoming a key local attraction and promises to revitalise the surrounding area.” The property currently generates a gross annual income of £555,613, with an operating budget of approximately £218,000 for 2024.
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Freehold investment in Doncaster promises over £550,000 annual income

Discover a freehold investment opportunity in Doncaster's city centre with an annual income of over £550,000. Princegate House offers diversified rental income from 90 apartments and prime location…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 29, 2024
Dominus unveils ambitious plans for a mixed-use redevelopment in Chelmsford city centre, including retail space, 762 new homes, and a revitalised riverside destination. Discover the transformation vision for this historic site. 
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Radical redevelopment planned for Chelmsford city centre by Dominus 

Dominus unveils ambitious plans for a mixed-use redevelopment in Chelmsford city centre, including retail space, 762 new homes, and a revitalised riverside destination. Discover the transformation vision for…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 29, 2024
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Unusual holiday let and caravan park investment on the market in North Wales

Explore this unique investment opportunity on the Llŷn Peninsula: a six-bedroom holiday let with a 21-pitch caravan park. Bodrydd Farm offers strong rental income and asset management potential.…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 29, 2024
Global house price growth has slowed to 2.6% in Q2 2024, down from 4.1% in Q1. Knight Frank warns that without further interest rate cuts, property markets may struggle to sustain growth.
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Global house price growth slows: knight frank warns of affordability limits

Global house price growth has slowed to 2.6% in Q2 2024, down from 4.1% in Q1. Knight Frank warns that without further interest rate cuts, property markets may…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 29, 2024
Middle East dominates Savills Executive Nomad Index
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Middle East dominates Savills Executive Nomad Index: Dubai retains top spot, Abu Dhabi moves up to second 

Discover why Dubai and Abu Dhabi lead the Savills Executive Nomad Index for 2024, with a growing number of professionals choosing the Middle East for remote work. Explore…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 29, 2024
Landlords across the UK could soon be barred from renting out homes that don’t meet stringent energy efficiency standards, as Ed Miliband pledges to enforce a minimum EPC rating of C for all rented properties by 2030.
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Labour plans energy efficiency crackdown on landlords, with ban on renting poorly insulated homes by 2030

Landlords across the UK could soon be barred from renting out homes that don’t meet stringent energy efficiency standards, as Ed Miliband pledges to enforce a minimum EPC…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 23, 2024
As many as 4 million homes could be constructed on green belt land under Labour’s proposed planning reforms, according to analysis from property data firm LandTech.
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Up to 4 million homes could be built on green belt under Rayner’s planning overhaul

Labour's proposed planning reforms could unlock up to 4 million homes on green belt land, with Angela Rayner spearheading the drive for sustainable development.

Property Portfolio Investor · September 23, 2024
The latest analysis from property consultancy Knight Frank has revealed a significant deceleration in house price growth across major global cities.
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Global house price growth slows as affordability limits are reached, says Knight Frank 

Knight Frank reports global house price growth slowing to 2.6% in Q2 2024, down from 4.1% in Q1, as affordability issues and rising interest rates take hold. Discover…

Property Portfolio Investor · September 22, 2024