Tag: property

The current asking prices for property listings have almost reached a record peak this month, according to the latest data from Rightmove. Despite this, sensitivity to pricing persists in the market. There’s a noticeable increase in the number of sellers entering the market, which has helped boost the volume of sales agreements – a positive…

Could Foxtons, the prominent London real estate firm, be on the market soon? There’s increasing chatter in the media about Foxtons potentially being sold, with Dexters cited as one of the many interested parties. Just last week, Foxtons called on merger and acquisition experts from Rothschild to assist its current brokers – Deutsche Numis and…

Today we’re looking at 5 ways you can effectively improve your home’s EPC rating, through energy saving and efficient upgrades. The bottom line is this, keep your heat in your house and lower your energy bills. 1. Insulate your water tank: Wrapping your water tank with an insulation jacket of about 60mm to 80mm thickness…

The ESPC has reinitiated the SPC Property Practice certificate for solicitor estate agents in Scotland. This Scottish property platform is bringing back its exclusive accreditation program for solicitor estate agents after a fruitful initial year in 2023. Developed alongside The Law Society of Scotland and Edinburgh Conveyancers Forum, the SPC Property Practice certificate is a…

Spain’s housing minister, Isabel Rodríguez, declared on April 9 that steps are being initiated to dismantle the Golden Visa, which drew non-EU residents looking for Spanish residency through a minimum €500,000 investment in property or a business. Concerns are rising over the potential deterrent this could be for non-EU property investors in Spain. Although this…

The Dutch branch of Savills has earned the ISAE 3402 Type II accreditation for the seventh year in a row, confirming its commitment to strong internal controls. For the first time, the entire valuation team was subject to evaluation, expanding beyond the limited client scope of previous years. The audit process was conducted by Securance,…

Spain surpassed the UK as Europe’s primary market for hotel investment in 2022, as noted by the global property advisor. The UK, however, reclaimed the top spot the following year with hotel deals amounting to €2.62 billion, just barely outdoing Spain’s €2.61 billion. There was a considerable uptick in UK hotel market activity towards the…

Craigiehall Barracks is situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh, near the sought-after neighbourhoods of Cammo, Cramond, and Dalmeny. The site was put up for sale by Montagu Evans for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation, and several offers were made by the closing date. The property is home to notable historical buildings, such as the Category A…

The Labour Party has introduced a new strategic building plans for green belt areas, which aims to build on lower-quality sections of the green belt, referring to these areas as the ‘grey belt’. The party plans to develop land considered to be “poor-quality scrubland,” found on the fringes of urban areas, including a neglected petrol…

During the first quarter of 2024, London saw 89 sales of homes priced over £5 million, which totalled £918 million in value. This was a 20% decrease from the previous year’s first quarter, but still 44% higher than the first quarter of 2019, which had 62 such sales. In the year leading up to the…

Buying land at “hope value” auctions is an enticing prospect for purchasers looking to invest in property with the potential for future development. “Hope value” means the land could become much more valuable if planning permission for buildings like homes, shops, or factories is granted, leading to spirited auction bidding driven by the hope of…

Delfi Orchard boasts an impressive 80-meter frontage on the prestigious Orchard Road, Singapore, residing on about 20,264 square feet of freehold land. It’s designated for “Commercial” use and permits a building height of up to 20 stories. The property’s development potential has been confirmed by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) at 131,186 square feet, signifying…

Foxtons has announced a successful first quarter, with substantial revenue growth attributed to a higher market share in sales and the expansion of their lettings business through recent acquisitions. Main Points: The company’s revenue for the first quarter rose by 9% to £35.7 million, compared to £32.9 million in the same quarter of the previous…

Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan ranked within the top five sources of international real estate capital in 2023, with Singapore just behind the US as the second-largest source, according to MSCI. The Asia Pacific region was significant in the global real estate market, with investors pouring $48.1 billion into properties outside their own countries. Simon…

Exploring Sheffield Sheffield, situated in South Yorkshire, England, is famous for its industrial heritage and lively cultural scene. The city is enveloped by the stunning scenery of Peak District National Park and the River Don, offering a mesmerizing mix of nature and modernity. Renowned for its history in the steel industry and particularly its cutlery…

Embarking on a home renovation project can be both exciting and daunting. It’s an opportunity to increase your home’s value, improve functionality, or simply update its style. A detailed plan will lead to a successful outcome. Our comprehensive Ultimate Renovation Checklist is designed to help your renovation process go without a hitch, using expert tips…

Research from Savills shows that the total value of Singapore Real Estate deals dropped by 23.8% to S$4.13 billion in the first quarter compared to the last quarter. This decline is attributed to a lack of substantial deals, a slow market for certain property types like strata-titled units and shophouses, as well as the fact…

James Munro heads the National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team. Here he shares his insights for Spring 2024’s busy housing market. Spring is often a favourite time for homebuyers and sellers, thanks to the appealing blooming scenery and longer days. This season traditionally sees a bump in real estate activity, making it an…

The arrival of spring and a two-year high in housing inventory suggest the market remained stable in March, according to our latest Property Sentiment Index. Motivated by the approach of spring, UK homebuyers and sellers kept their confidence steady in March, with hopes to complete transactions within the next three months staying level with February’s…

On the morning of April 11, the Grand Terra 36 Cát Linh A-class office-retail complex developed by Thanh Hoa Construction Corporation held a pre-opening event, marking the entry of one of the most anticipated commercial projects in the first half of 2024 in the Hanoi market. Grand Terra 36 Cát Linh has been built to…