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Prime London fringes dominate sales activity as high-end buyers prioritise space and lifestyle

The latest market analysis by prime London property brokerage, Jefferies James , has shown that it is the prime London fringes that continue to prove most popular among the capital's high-end homebuyers, with the top five performing prime postcodes based on sales activity all located on the outer edges of the prime market.

Jefferies James analysed the latest figures on prime London property...

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Biggest property put-offs could see homebuyers offer £40k less or more - From flying flags to aggressive dog breeds

The latest research from Springbok Properties has revealed the biggest property put-offs that could see buyers offer as much as £40,000 less, if not more, leaving many sellers struggling to achieve their asking price in the current market.

Springbok Properties surveyed over 1,000 UK homebuyers to uncover the biggest property put-offs that are likely to deter a buyer both when it...

Business commentary to Interest Rate

Melanie Pizzey, CEO and Founder of the Global Payroll Alliance, commented:

"The Bank of England's decision to hold rates offers stability, but it won't change the fact that the jobs market is slowing and pay growth is easing.

For employers, steady borrowing costs help with workforce planning, but caution on recruitment and wage rises is set to continue. For employees, that...

Five-Point Plan to Turbocharge Britain's House Building Programme

BRITAIN'S housing market is being hampered by a cycle of delay and undersupply, a leading property expert has warned.

Mish Liyanage , the founder of the Mistoria Group, said solving the issue is a "national mission that requires bold action.

Mr Liyanage has also outlined five steps he believes could help deal with the problem.

He said: "Britain's housing crisis is no longer...

What to Do When Your Home Repairs Keep Being Delayed

For many tenants, reporting a problem in their home is just the start of a long and frustrating process. While landlords are legally obliged to keep their properties safe and in good condition, it is not uncommon for repairs to be delayed, ignored, or only partially completed. What begins as a minor inconvenience – a leaking tap or a broken window – can quickly escalate into a serious issue...

Decline in change of use further constricting housing supply

Jonathan Samuels, CEO of Octane Capital, believes that a decline in conversion projects could ultimately prevent the Government from hitting its ambitious housing delivery targets, as the firm's latest analysis has revealed that the number of homes created through change of use has fallen sharply in the last five years.

Octane Capital analysed official Government figures* on net...

How to Prep Your House for a Greener Getaway

Eco-conscious travel begins long before you touch down in your dream destination or even go through airport security. It begins right at your doorstep, starting the moment you begin getting your house ready for your time away.

Preparing your home thoughtfully before any trip, whether you’re taking a long weekend for a short getaway or living out your jet-setter fantasies with an...

UK Attractions That Send House Prices Skyrocketing

With the summer holidays and summer tourism coming to an end, homeowners living near popular UK attractions may be interested to know the effect this can have on their properties.

But, which UK attraction has the most positive impact on increasing property value?

To help find out, buy-to-let insurance experts at Alan Boswell Group analysed the impact the UK’s most popular attractions...

Why Property Developers Are Turning to Video Content to Win Over Buyers

=Property development has always been about vision. Showing potential where others see empty land. Convincing buyers to invest in something that doesn't yet exist.

But the tools for sharing that vision have changed dramatically.

Static CGI renders and floor plans no longer cut it. Today's buyers expect more. They want to experience a property before it's built. They want to...

Prime London second home purchases fall by over 50% as market braces for further tax changes

The latest research from Jefferies London shows that second home purchases have fallen by 42% across the capital over the last 12 months, with this decline even more pronounced across the prime market at 51%.

Jefferies London analysed sold price records from the Land Registry, looking at transactions to have completed over the last year and the market split between Category A sales (...

UK's new wave of 'second cities' offers strongest yield growth for property investors

The latest research from West One Loans has found that whilst investors may continue to favour the nation's key cities such as London, Birmingham, and Manchester, a new wave of 'second cities' is delivering the strongest growth in rental yields.

These emerging markets are offering investors the chance to achieve attractive returns, driven by rising rents and comparatively lower entry...

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