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Frasers Property UK Chief Executive to step down with co-leaders appointed
Frasers Property UK has declared that its esteemed chief executive officer, Ilaria del Beato, will step down from her position at the month’s end to explore fresh endeavours. Having joined the fold in 2017, Del Beato…
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Barratt London debuts vibrant Bermondsey Heights show home
Barratt London has teamed up with Dapa Atelier to unveil a striking one-bedroom show home at Bermondsey Heights, tailored for the creative pulse of SE1’s young professionals. Nestled in Zone 2’s south-east London, the…
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Creative boom fuels London’s housing surge, says Barratt
London’s thriving creative industries are not just boosting the UK economy—they’re reshaping the capital’s housing market too. New research pegs the media and entertainment sector’s potential value at £53 billion by…
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Price precision is driving London property market, says Maskells chief
In prime central London’s property scene, getting the price right is proving more crucial than ever, according to Jamie Hope, managing director of sales at Maskells . Despite economic and political uncertainties casting…
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Boyes Turner appoints Emily Neale as new head of residential property
Boyes Turner, the Reading-based law firm, has appointed Emily Neale as its new head of residential property, further strengthening a property team that has held a coveted Tier 1 ranking in the Legal 500 for 11…
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London faces UK’s longest social housing wait at 6.6 years, study finds
Greater London has emerged as the UK’s toughest region for social housing hopefuls, with an average wait of 6.6 years—more than double the national average of 2.9 years—according to fresh data from unoccupied house…
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Property auction firm Bamboo Auctions boosts board with industry titans
Bamboo Auctions, a key player in property auction technology, has strengthened its leadership team by bringing on board two seasoned experts from the PropTech and FinTech worlds, Gary Barker and Rob Barnett. The move…
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Streamline property sales with a 'property MOT' to speed the process up, claims one estate agent
Buying a home in Britain can drag on and it takes over five months on average. A London estate agent, Amy Reynolds from Antony Roberts in Richmond has a plan. She’s calling for a ‘Property MOT’ system. It’s a simple…
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Add £5k to your property value by installing one thing, insurance expert reveals
Landlords could pocket an extra £5,000 on their property’s value, well, that’s the claim from Quotezone.co.uk’s insurance whizzes. They reckon popping an electric vehicle charger on your rental could be an investment…
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Floods trigger subsidence chaos with over 4.6m properties at risk, expert warns
Subsidence repair experts at Home Subsidence Repairs are sounding the alarm. Flood risks and subsidence are teaming up to threaten UK homes and businesses. They say it’s time to act before hidden dangers sink your…
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Conveyancing costs soar 18% in 12 months, Moverly reveals
Conveyancing bills are climbing fast across the UK. New data and insights from Moverly, whose latest peek at the numbers shows an 18% jump in costs over the past year. Homebuyers are now forking out £1,375 on average…
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How to stop window condensation—expert tips for those on a budget
Condensation creeping across your windows might seem like a small bother, but let it linger and you’re courting trouble—damp patches, mould creeping up sills, and even health risks, as the Government warns. Warm indoor…
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£140m property grab by London councils
London councils have splashed out over £140 million snapping up more than 850 homes outside the capital since 2017, a Guardian analysis reveals, shifting homeless families and individuals far from the city’s borders.…
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52% of estate agents are women—so why are most stuck below the top?
A fresh study has thrown a spotlight on a nagging truth in the UK property world: women make up 52% of estate agents, yet they’re largely locked out of the top jobs. Timed for International Women’s Day tomorrow, the…
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9.3 million homes facing a £6,800 upgrade bill—could Labour’s EPC rules cost you more than you save?
A new study from Eurocell has laid bare a stark reality for England’s property market: over half of the nation’s homes—some 9.3 million—languish at a D rating or below on the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scale…
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London has been crowned the UK’s weakest link for broadband reliability
London has been crowned the UK’s weakest link for broadband reliability, with a new survey from Broadband Genie exposing the capital’s digital Achilles’ heel. Drawing on responses from 3,200 people nationwide, the study…
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Bermondsey regeneration presents rare opportunity for buyers, with 'Zone 2 living at a Zone 3 price tag'
For those hunting prime investment prospects in London, Bermondsey is emerging as a standout contender, according to fresh insights from sales agent JLL. At the heart of this vibrant Zone 2 district’s ongoing…
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Build-to-rent is 'a cornerstone of the housing crisis that must adapt', experts warn
The Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector is poised to play a pivotal role in addressing the UK’s deepening housing crisis, but industry leaders stress it must evolve to stay viable, sustainable, and truly community-focused. This…
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Andy Porter has been appointed as Senior Director at United Trust Bank
United Trust Bank (UTB) is doubling down on its mission to bolster housebuilders and developers in the South of England, bringing seasoned banker Andy Porter on board as Senior Director in its business development crew.…
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Office market rebounds as remote working fades, Savills reports
The shift away from home working is breathing new life into the UK’s commercial property sector, with Savills forecasting a robust 2025 fuelled by cheaper finance, a push for sustainability, and a growing return to…
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'Hotel of mum and dad' can help first-time buyers jump the rent trap nearly 4.5 years sooner
The latest research from award-winning mortgage adviser Alexander Hall reveals that first-time buyers could get onto the property ladder nearly four and a half years sooner if they were to rely on the support of the…
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Leeds Building Society reduces mortgage rates to support homebuyers
Leeds Building Society is starting the new year with a bang by slashing mortgage rates across its range of products. Effective from Tuesday 2nd January 2025, the building society is reducing rates by up to 0.21%…
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Wembley Park Gardens nearly sold-out as first-time buyers flock to new development
The first phase of Barratt London’s new Wembley apartments is nearly sold out, offering affordable options for aspiring homeowners in an up-and-coming area. Wembley is fast becoming one of the hottest locations for…
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Simple ways to boost your EPC score and save money, epIMS explains how
Landlords can easily improve their property's EPC rating with small changes – here’s how. Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are crucial for landlords , yet many are unaware of how their properties are scored. EPC…
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'Over the top' Christmas lights could land homeowners in hot water, warn experts
Bright holiday displays may cause issues with neighbours and local authorities – here’s how to avoid falling foul of the rules. As the festive season approaches, many homeowners love to decorate their properties with…
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Experts warn homeowners to remove these items from your shed this winter
As the cold months approach, garden building experts are urging homeowners to rethink what they store in their sheds, as some common items simply aren’t built to withstand the autumn and winter weather. The team at…
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Students that live near campus have to pay rent premiums of up to 88%, new research reveals
Rising rental costs near universities add to financial pressures as maintenance and tuition fees increase for students in 2025. With the start of the 2025/26 academic year just around the corner, university students in…
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Lomond Group research shows 93% plan to buy property over Christmas and into Q1/2025
With the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) relief deadline looming, the vast majority of homebuyers are determined to press ahead with their search for a new property over the Christmas period. According to new research from…
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Are heat pumps worth it? Experts reveal what homeowners need to know
With the UK falling far behind Europe in heat pump adoption, the country faces an uphill battle to meet its ambitious climate goals. Despite growing interest from homeowners—nearly half (49%) of UK residents show…
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Expert's home maintenance tips to tackle this January—don't risk your home insurance
Homeowners across the UK are being urged to take a closer look at their properties this January to avoid costly mistakes that could void their home insurance. According to Quotezone.co.uk , home insurance comparison…
