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Labour tax tirade hits UK with largest millionaire exodus of all global nations

The latest analysis from international property consultancy, Astons , reveals that the UK has seen the sharpest annual decline in its millionaire population of any country, a trend driven by sweeping tax hikes targeting high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) - including increases to Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, and major reforms to the non-dom regime. As a result, more of the UK's wealthiest...

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Octagon Launches Final Phase at Broadoaks Park, West Byfleet

For buyers looking to purchase a home at Broadoaks Park , Surrey’s exclusive country estate by Octagon, just one phase remains and has now launched – featuring a collection of new, luxury homes – from two-bedroom apartments through to four and five bedroom family houses.

The picturesque parkland estate will ultimately comprise 126 homes, 10 of which are within Grade II listed...

Couple Buy A New Home Online And Relocate To Ross On Wye

RELOCATING from Switzerland to Ross on Wye was a smooth move for Ian Paterson and Laura Paterson-Groen thanks to the support of the friendly and competent Edenstone Group team.

The couple completed much of their homebuying journey via video calls and are now settled in a new home in Ross on Wye where they’re embedding themselves in the new community at St Mary’s Garden Village....

Instant Success For New Homes In Sefton

FIVE sales during the launch weekend proves there’s a demand for new homes in Thornton.

Castle Green Homes has just launched Orchard Place in the popular Sefton village.

It’s the fourth North West site for the homebuilder as it expands from its North Wales heartland.

The first properties have just been released for sale “off plan” and have proved an instant success...

The Essential Guide to Planning Permission in the UK: Understanding the Process, Regulations and Best Practices

Obtaining planning permission is a crucial step for property owners, developers, and architects looking to construct, extend, or alter buildings in the UK. Navigating the planning permission process can be complex, but a thorough understanding of building regulations and procedures involved can help ensure a smooth journey from application to approval.

In this comprehensive guide, we...

Mini-makeover of Stoke Mandeville's paediatric ward supported by housebuilder

Aylesbury’s Stoke Mandeville Hospital’s Paediatric Ward has welcomed a £1,500 funding boost this month from local housebuilder, Barratt David Wilson Homes, who is behind the Kingsbrook development in the market town. The donation will be distributed across Ward 3 to help fund large equipment currently required as well as a selection of items from their Wishlist for the children.

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SHARED OWNERSHIP SPECALISTS GIVE YOUNG PEOPLE THE KEYS TO HOME OWNERSHIP THROUGH EDUCATION PILOT

After research by SO Resi revealed that two thirds of respondents knew absolutely nothing about the process of buying a home, and a fifth hadn’t even heard of affordable housing options such as shared ownership [1] , the shared ownership provider has launched an education scheme in partnership with Sixth Form students at Fulham Boys School.

The two-day initiative recently took place...

ASHFORD STUDENTS GAIN THE BUILDING BLOCKS TO A CAREER AT CONSTRUCTION SITE VISIT

With the squeeze on construction labour staffing expected to continue throughout 2023 and rise in 2024 [1] , local housebuilder Barratt Homes has welcomed a number of local Ashford College students to its Chilmington Green development on Parkland Drive, as part of its ongoing commitment to promoting the construction industry to the next generation of builders. This site visit follows on from...

NEW CHILDREN’S PLAY PARK OFFICIALLY OPEN AT ST RUMBOLD’S FIELDS DEVELOPMENT

Last week (Tuesday 16th May), local housebuilder David Wilson Homes North Thames welcomed the Mayor of Buckingham Margaret Gateley, staff and children from Field House Day Nursery, and Sam Roberts, resident of the development, to officially mark the opening of the ‘Saints Steeple Park’ at St Rumbold’s Fields in Buckingham.

On the day, senior representatives from David Wilson North...

LOCAL HOUSEBUILDER OFFERS HELPING HAND TO CLIPSTONE BROOK LOWER SCHOOL

Employees at Barratt David Wilson Homes, who is currently building its Clipstone Park development on Briggington Way, recently volunteered at local school Clipstone Brook Lower to paint fences and sheds in their early years’ outdoor classroom space.

The housebuilder team swapped their tools and hard hats for overalls and paint brushes earlier this month to give their volunteering...

North East Housebuilder Awarded 5 Stars by its Customers

Local housebuilder Barratt Developments North East has received the maximum 5 star rating in the new Home Builders Federation (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey.

This is the fourteenth year in a row that Barratt has achieved the top 5 star rating – no other housebuilder comes close to matching that record.

The number of stars a housebuilder...

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