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Auction Roundup - Buyers take advantage of national opportunities in July sale

With properties from Shepherd’s Bush to the Nottinghamshire suburbs selling in SDL Property’s Auctions July auction, there were some fantastic results...

10 August 2022

From: Breaking News

How the hot weather can ruin your property - and how to prevent damage

With temperatures reaching over 30 degrees this week, and with yet another heatwave forecast for the end of August, building experts...

10 August 2022

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Sought-after site: development partner sees huge potential in Reading town centre

A legacy development at Minister Quarter Central in the heart of Reading has become a hotspot and Reading Borough Council has...

10 August 2022

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Property goldmine – homes on the British market worth £117bn

A recent analysis of the level of property stock listed for sale across England has shown that there is £117 billion...

10 August 2022

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Insight: The best UK cities to be an Airbnb host this August

With the public still very much favouring staycations and avoiding the chaos of travelling abroad, Airbnb hosts in the UK are...

05 August 2022

From: Breaking News

BTR growth - from Stratford and Sheffield to Reading

In this latest BTR roundup, PIT explores the opening date for a scheme in Olympic hub Stratford, work beginning on the...

05 August 2022

From: Breaking News

Salboy and DOMIS combine two sites to deliver a joint residential scheme

Fifty5ive Queen Street, a 220-unit residential scheme in the Greengate area of Salford, has now been completed by Salboy in collaboration...

05 August 2022

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Why investors should consider mixed-use developments

Mixed-use developments have the potential to provide financial security and make any investor’s property portfolio more diverse, a property firm has...

05 August 2022

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Average age of co-living tenant in the capital tops 30 for the first time

According to new data released by London’s leading co-living operator, renters choosing a shared property under the co-living model are older...

05 August 2022

From: Breaking News

Sham property schemes in the North West - what do investors need to know?

A Manchester law firm is currently working on behalf of a group of overseas investors on five different cases of sham property schemes in...

03 August 2022

From: Breaking News

Property demand and prices soar in seaside town Brixham

It's been claimed that Brixham is the new cool spot in the South West as seaside towns continue to enjoy a coastal...

03 August 2022

From: Breaking News

The rise of property auctions – five common auction misconceptions revealed

If our auction roundups are anything to go by, it is no surprise that selling a property via auction continues to...

03 August 2022

From: Breaking News

BTL searches remained buoyant in June, reveals Legal & General Mortgage Club

Buy-to-let purchase activity saw a spike in June, according to new data from Legal & General’s SmartCriteria tool, which has been...

03 August 2022

From: Breaking News

Investment insight - what does Manchester offer?

The areas of the UK where there is the fastest house price growth have been changing in recent years. While London...

03 August 2022

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Portugal update - how is the market performing post-Covid and post-Brexit?

Portugal has long been a favourite destination for British holidaymakers and investors, but getting there, living there and investing there have no...

29 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Holiday lets heat up – staycation bookings soar amid travel disruption

More people than ever are planning to staycation this summer, with new research forecasting a record year for UK holiday homeowners. According...

29 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Q&A - how big a problem is dodgy money in London?

The issue of money laundering and questionable money flowing through the UK property market, especially London, has had a light shone...

29 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Sustainable property development in Cambridgeshire granted a £7.3m loan

Real estate development finance provider Maslow Capital has announced the completion of a £7.3 million loan to support the Castlemore Homes...

29 July 2022

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Top things that ruin your guests’ holiday and how to avoid them

One bad review is all it takes to ruin the reputation of a business, and the same is true for rental...

29 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Insight - Your Questions Answered about Mortgages in Spain

I work closely with specialist mortgage brokers to help my clients to secure mortgages in Spain because it’s such a tricky...

27 July 2022

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Manchester apartments sell out in record-breaking 16 weeks

LH1 London has announced that all the apartments at the new residential development ‘Spinning Mill’ have sold in just 16 weeks. The...

27 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Revealed - what not to do when viewing a home overseas

With around 35,000 Brits buying property abroad each year, it is vital that investors seek advice and do their research before travelling overseas to...

27 July 2022

From: Breaking News

St. Modwen to deliver pioneering all-electric homes on landmark scheme

As the UK has set its sights on achieving net-zero by 2050, more and more measures will need to be put in...

27 July 2022

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Housemates goes global - fast-growing firm opens office in India

A fast-growing PropTech firm has announced the opening of an India office based in Bengaluru in preparation for the 2023/24 booking season. Housemates,...

27 July 2022

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Auction roundup – new catalogues launch and a final goodbye…

In what is sadly my last ever auction roundup for PIT, SDL Property Auctions launches the catalogue for its July National...

22 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Property and construction industries have the worst online performance

A recent analysis of all FTSE 100 and 250 webpages by Contensis has revealed which businesses have the best and worst...

22 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Spain roundup – dream job alert, market update and rise in UK buyers  

Over 5,500 people have applied for the dream job of becoming a holiday home tester in Spain – and there’s still a...

22 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Airbnb experts reveal best UK cities to be a host this August

Air travel has reduced in demand since before the pandemic by as much as 76%, a sign that staycations are still...

22 July 2022

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Investors: Don't be afraid to change your property investment strategy

Property remains a highly attractive asset class in which to invest. The demand for the product is virtually guaranteed: we’re busy...

22 July 2022

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ilke Homes installs first factory-built homes in Hereford

The first factory-built homes have been craned into place on a site in Hereford to deliver an affordable housing scheme for...

20 July 2022

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Investment opportunity - £1.3m conversion for sale in West Yorkshire

Investors hoping to snap up a new opportunity might want to divert their attention to a former care home in West...

20 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Insight on Antigua's property market - 'it's the start of an upward curve'

Many people would dream of a luxury home on a beautiful Caribbean island. But what does the property market look like...

20 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Wholesome homes – 1,200 new units for London’s rough sleepers

Since 2016, City Hall services have closely worked with councils and charities to assist 12,000 homeless people into safe, long-term accommodation. The...

20 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Selling up? Top tips on property valuations in France

No matter the reason for selling your French property, you will naturally want to secure the best possible price. Selling a...

20 July 2022

From: Breaking News

The UK’s largest urban regeneration project commences

Peel L&P and Pension Insurance Corporation plc (‘PIC’) have announced that the construction of Miller’s Quay is underway. Miller’s Quay will be...

15 July 2022

From: Breaking News

BTR roundup – Flying Butler enters the market and Strawberry Star growth

A major UK-based operator of serviced apartments has announced the launch of its new Build to Rent brand, Mura Living, as...

15 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Auction roundup – hot results to match the scorching weather

This week, PIT takes a look at the latest in the world of auctions. iamproperty reports a milestone result, while Auction...

15 July 2022

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Keys to the council - Hill Group gifts SoloHaus to house the homeless

An initiative by award-winning housebuilder, The Hill Group, saw that keys were officially handed over for six SoloHaus to Southend-on-Sea City...

15 July 2022

From: Breaking News

How real estate can embrace the use of smart-tech

The incredible speed at which organisations were able to transition to remote working when the pandemic hit in 2020 was a...

15 July 2022

From: Breaking News

2022 – where in outer London are Chinese and HK investors buying?

A thought leadership article jointly conducted by UK/China PR firm 11K Consulting and mixed-use property developer Regal London has revealed the...

13 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Revealed - England’s largest first-time buyer-only housing scheme

Deputy leader of Waltham Forest, Ahsan Khan, Leyton ward councillor Rhiannon Elgin and Pocket’s chief commercial officer Nick Cuff recently laid...

13 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Golden Investment: Aviva research reveals growing wealth held in property

The importance of property wealth in retirement planning is often overlooked, however, new research from Aviva has revealed the increasing importance...

13 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Foreign homeowners sitting on £90.7bn worth of property

The total market value of foreign-owned homes in England and Wales currently stands at £90.7 billion, research from Benham and Reeves...

13 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Why the merging of hotels and short-term rentals is a trend worth tracking

Earlier this summer, I attended the Skift Future of Lodging Forum in New York. The foundation for the summit was the...

13 July 2022

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Seven Sisters set for major regeneration as new vision outlined

One of London’s most neglected areas could soon see a high-quality new town centre after Haringey Council agreed to purchase land...

08 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Q&A with Castleforge - talking interest rates, BTR trends, data and rental reform

In this Q&A, we speak to Adam MacLeod, partner at Castleforge Partners, for his thoughts on data-driven investment, the latest trends...

08 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Liverpool's Chinese & Hong Kong buyer boom - purchases up 160% since 2017

There has been a significant influx in the number of Chinese and Hong Kong buyers purchasing homes in Liverpool between 2017-2021,...

08 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Sun, sea, and strong house prices – coastal property values up by 38%

With summer in full swing and temperatures rising, GetAgent has analysed the property market performance of the UK’s most popular coastal...

08 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Could modular homes solve the housing crisis?

The average UK house price hit a fresh high in May, rising for the 11th month in a row, according to...

08 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Property Surge in Spain - golden visas drive Spanish property boom

Securing a property in Spain seems to be at the top of the agenda for many Brits. Residency service for non-EU-buyers,...

06 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Rental snapshot – rents climb, BTR market share rises, hotspots revealed

PIT looks at the latest trends in the UK rental market and investment strategies for buy-to-let landlords and investors. Revolution Brokers uncovers the...

06 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Investors – what are the merits of being the last to buy?

It’s very often the case that new developments use all the incentives they can to encourage the first few buyers to...

06 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Fusion set to open first London development at Brent Cross Town

Student accommodation brand Fusion is ready to launch Fusion at Brent Cross Town, its first development in London, to provide 662...

06 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Green property - the car-free communities of the future

We know that vehicle emissions are a major contributor to climate change, that carbon pollution is harmful to health, and that...

06 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Clowes Developments – who are Derby County FC’s proposed new owners?

Not for the first time, the worlds of property and football have collided with the proposed takeover of beleaguered Derby County...

01 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Secret buyer purchases a £3.9 million mansion in off-market deal

DM & Co. Homes’ Premium marketing service has obtained an anonymous buyer for a £3.9 million property in Lapworth. The family-friendly home...

01 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Auction roundup – live auctions return and a landmark mansion for sale

In this week's roundup, PIT looks at the latest auction news, from a landmark auction up for sale with Strettons and Bond...

01 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Developer from down under breaks ground in Vauxhall

Australian property developer, Third.i, has revealed that it has officially broken ground on its second London development, Graphite Square in Vauxhall, which...

01 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Why Manchester is the destination for savvy property investors

London is not the be-all and end-all! When talking about the UK, one of the first locations to be mentioned is...

01 July 2022

From: Breaking News

Major firms continue to invest in the PRS – what’s the latest?

The UK private rented sector has become increasingly attractive to institutional, large-scale investors in recent years as returns on investment elsewhere...

29 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Knight and shining forecast: global consultancy revises up 2022 forecast

Global consultancy Knight Frank recently revised its UK residential house price forecast upwards, with the firm saying the supply of houses coming onto the...

29 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Puma Property Finance funds £65m GDV London residential development

Puma Property Finance (PPF) recently announced it has provided funding to finance a £65 million GDV 26-storey residential apartment block in...

29 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Experts launch new guide to small-scale property development

A new book has been released to offer insight to landlords and investors on small-scale property development. The ‘Guide to Small-Scale Property...

29 June 2022

From: Breaking News

The shifting sands of development, aparthotels and short-term rentals

The travel industry was hard hit by the pandemic, but the bounce back is well in progress. According to PhocusWire, Europe’s...

29 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Insight: Could the post-Covid construction boom be over?

The number of planning approvals dipped in April and appears to have continued into May, signalling the end of the post-Covid...

24 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Convivia announced as new shirt sponsor of QPR

Property and technology investment firm, Convivia, has become the new shirt sponsor of Championship side Queens Park Rangers - better known...

24 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Investors – where are the five most profitable cities for furnished properties?

New research has revealed how much money landlords and investors can make in cities around the UK by furnishing their property...

24 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Auction roundup – do auctions still have a long way to go?

This week, Property Investor Today looks at research that suggests auctions aren’t as popular as they seem. However, the latest news from...

24 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Investors need to ‘up their game’ – tenant demand shifts to BTR

Hatch Interiors, a UK specialist in furniture collections, bespoke interior design and build-to-rent (BTR) schemes, has carried out a 1,000-strong UK-wide survey to provide...

24 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Bradford – City of Culture 2025 crowned the UK’s number one yield hotspot

The crown of UK’s number one yield hotspot goes to Bradford, according to new research compiled by PropertyData and Sequre Property...

22 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Barkingside Up! More than 90 affordable homes in the pipeline

Transport for London (TfL) is putting its heads together with regeneration specialist, Vistry Partnership, and housing association, Peabody, on proposals that could...

22 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Modular housing set for a boost as build costs soar – claim

The homes we live in will increasingly be constructed off-site as investors and developers strive to balance spiralling costs with net-zero...

22 June 2022

From: Breaking News

New UKAA CEO: 'rental reform will narrow the gap between PRS and BTR'

The UK's Build to Rent (BTR) sector continues to grow and evolve, which arguably makes the role of the market's trade...

22 June 2022

From: Breaking News

The rush is on to close sales before mortgage rates increase

We all know that there is uncertainty in the market at the moment and predictions are that interest rates will go...

22 June 2022

From: Breaking News

BTR can play a key role in levelling up and building back better, says White Paper

A residential real estate investment manager has published a White Paper on the Build to Rent (BTR) sector and the pivotal...

17 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Looking for planning approval? Here are the best and worst locations for investors

The best locations for planning permission approval across the UK have been revealed by new analysis carried out by Townscape Architects. The...

17 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Auction roundup – new auctioneer launches amidst a joyful June

In a week of blazing weather, PIT shines a light on the latest auction news, from a new property auctioneer coming...

17 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Urban Splash completes £28m worth of deals

The Urban Splash Residential Fund recently announced that deals worth £28 million have been completed in the first quarter of 2022. A...

17 June 2022

From: Breaking News

How BTR can offer attainable access to desirable lifestyles

Over the last two years, the housing market has been less than predictable. Despite the doom and gloom foreseen at the...

17 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Innovative partnership delivers first ever homes with zero energy bills

Two pioneering tech firms have partnered to deliver the UK’s first homes to guarantee residents zero energy bills. Octopus Energy and ilke...

15 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Investors - should you be considering these interior design trends?

If you are investing in a home or holiday home that you are subsequently looking to rent out, interior design is...

15 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Overseas boom - UK buyers among the top investors in Spain

Real estate agency, Lucas Fox, has revealed that across Spain’s top locations property sales to UK investors have experienced a steady increase. These...

15 June 2022

From: Breaking News

The Residence – major investor lays claim on new build London development

Alliance Investments, the sales arm of Property Alliance Group, has revealed its latest development – The Residence in trendy Clapham – which it says...

15 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Addressing the housing crisis – the role of non-bank lenders

It is no secret that the UK is currently facing a chronic shortage of affordable housing, at a time when incomes...

15 June 2022

From: Breaking News

BTR Q&A - 'there's an opportunity to professionalise the wider PRS'

With the Build to Rent (BTR) sector no longer a new phenomenon, and fast becoming a well-established part of the PRS,...

10 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Auction roundup – was May the most successful month for auctions yet?

In this week's roundup, PIT takes a look at the month just gone. Auction House saw record figures in the first five...

10 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Development of 130 new flats is given the go-ahead

Glasgow city planners have given property developer Barony Homes Limited consent to develop 130 new flats in Dennistoun’s Circus Drive. On behalf of the...

10 June 2022

From: Breaking News

New homes given green light in New Forest

The green light has been given by New Forest District Council to Metis Homes, experienced and highly reputable property developers since...

10 June 2022

From: Breaking News

How to maximise bookings for your holiday home this summer

After a tough few years for the travel industry, foreign travel is forecast to return to pre-pandemic levels this summer due to the...

10 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Market slowdown – UK house price growth expected to plummet

Average house price values are set to rise by a total of 12.9% by the end of 2026, but affordability pressures...

08 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Luxurious development enters the West London market

Nine new apartments have been released for sale by Pluto Homes and Aari. These one and two-bedroom flats with private terraces...

08 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Global house price index – Istanbul leads the way as values soar

Knight Frank's latest Global House Price and Residential Cities Index has revealed that Istanbul was the city with the highest rate of...

08 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Investors announce joint venture to develop Build to Rent project in Ireland

Harrison Street, one of the leading investment management firms exclusively focused on alternative estate assets, and Eagle Street Partners (Eagle Street),...

08 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Everything you need to know about installing an EV charging point

It is unsurprising that electric cars have seen an over 28% surge in demand in the last month alone. From rising...

08 June 2022

From: Breaking News

How much to maintain the rental sector? Around £30bn, study says

Maintenance in the UK rented sector totals a whopping £30 billion a year, according to new research. Property maintenance solution provider, Help...

06 June 2022

From: Breaking News

One Green Way sells 30% of residences located in Portugal

During its first four weeks of sales, One Green Way has already sold 30% of its residences.  The developers behind One Green...

06 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Revealed - firm delivers £10.4m cash returns to buy-to-let investors

Sequre Property Investment has announced a £10.4 million cash realisation for over 1,400 investors over the last 12 months, across its...

06 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Airbnb hosts – five considerations before renting out a property this summer

With over 40 million Airbnb users across Europe and the US, and approximately 250,000 listings in the UK alone, the short-term...

06 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Could the surging BTR market alleviate the UK housing crisis?

The build-to-rent market has long been characterised by providing expensive, urban flats for young adults; but 2021 was a landmark year...

06 June 2022

From: Breaking News

Revealed – top Crossrail postcodes for a buy-to-let investment

With the opening of the Elizabeth line last week, it’s no surprise that properties within a short distance of Crossrail stations...

01 June 2022

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