Auction purchases: a savvy move to dodge stamp duty increases
With Stamp Duty changes set to come into effect in April 2025, more buyers are turning to auctions as a…
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Revealed: Britain’s national parks and AONBS add premium property appeal
Properties within Britain’s National Parks command a 25% premium on average compared to homes outside these protected areas, according to…
Commercial property investment on the up as interest rates ease, says Rightmove
Investors are flocking back to the commercial property market, with Rightmove reporting a 28% year-on-year surge in enquiries to buy—its…
New eco-rules threaten industrial property investments, report warns
The UK’s industrial and logistics (I&L) property sector faces a seismic challenge, with up to 85% of sub-100,000 square foot…
Think tank calls for end to ‘hope value’ premium to boost social housing development
The New Economics Foundation (NEF) is urging the government to abolish the “hope value” premium on land for residential development,…
Investors double down on commercial property purchases as borrowing costs fall
The commercial property market is seeing a significant revival as investors capitalise on falling borrowing costs and the strong performance…
Savills predicts long-term rent rises as landlords exit the market
UK rental prices are forecast to rise by 17.6% over the next five years, driven by an ongoing imbalance between…
Investors beware: top warning signs of a cowboy builder
Cowboy builders are causing headaches for property investors, with new data showing a surge in complaints regarding poor workmanship. Between…
Inheritance tax overhaul: why families must act now to protect wealth
UK households could face sharply increased inheritance tax bills under proposed reforms expected to come into force from 2027. These…
The Italian job: expert tips for navigating Italy’s €1 home initiative
Italy’s renowned €1 home initiative is back, offering an enticing opportunity for property buyers to own a piece of the…