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December 12, 2024 All, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

2025 Housing Market Predictions, According to the Autumn Budget

The 2024 Autumn Budget is poised to significantly impact the UK housing market in the year ahead, sparking immediate changes while setting the stage for a longer period of change. Buyers, renters, and investors alike should prepare for a dynamic and potentially volatile market as new policies begin to take effect. Looking ahead, 2025 will […]

November 19, 2024 All, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Renters’ Reform Bill: What Landlords Need to Know

The Renters’ Reform Bill, introduced in the House of Commons on September 11, 2024, is set to bring significant changes to the private rented sector in England. For landlords, this bill will introduce a host of new responsibilities and requirements that will impact how properties are managed and rented. Here’s what you need to know. […]

October 10, 2024 All, Commercial Property, Construction, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Four Urban Spaces Primed to Become Homes

In light of recent economic and societal shifts, developers are transforming underutilised commercial spaces into community developments. This strategy aims to meet growing housing demands while rejuvenating neglected areas and reducing the ecological impact of demolition and rebuilding. Read on to discover four types of urban development currently being transformed into residential and community spaces. […]

September 20, 2024 All, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Retrofitting For Modern Fire Safety Standards

Retrofitting older buildings to comply with modern fire safety standards is a pressing issue following the publication of the final Grenfell Tower Inquiry report in September 2024. The report, which concluded that the tragic fire in 2017 was the result of years of neglect, has led to a renewed focus on fire safety in high-rise […]

August 15, 2024 All, Residential Property, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Myths and Misunderstandings Around Shared Ownership

Shared Ownership has long been a central component of affordable housing strategies in the UK, offering a pathway to homeownership for those who might otherwise be priced out. Through these schemes, buyers can purchase between 25% and 75% of a property and pay a subsidised rent on the remaining portion. It sounds straightforward, but in […]

July 8, 2024 All, Construction, Dilapidations, Neighbourly Matters, Residential Property, Rights of Light, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Four Neighbourly Considerations for Home Extensions

Planning a home extension is a popular venture that offers increased space and comfort without the rigours of moving house. However, a responsible and sustainable extension involves more than just grand designs. It requires careful consideration of neighbouring properties. Read on to discover four key factors to consider when planning an extension to ensure harmonious […]

June 12, 2024 All, Thought Leadership, UK Property News admin

Uncertain Times: Election Impact on Holiday Lets

With the general election looming, holiday let owners find themselves navigating uncertain waters in an already tumultuous sea of regulatory changes and economic shifts. March’s Spring Budget announcement stirred both excitement and apprehension among owners of furnished holiday lets (FHLs). The surge in short-term holiday lets, fueled by the growth of platforms like Airbnb, prompted […]

March 28, 2024 All, Construction, Thought Leadership admin

Mediation in Construction and Industry Disputes

In the high-stakes world of construction, disputes are almost inevitable. Whether it’s delays, cost overruns, or quality disagreements, conflicts can arise at any stage of a project, threatening to derail progress and damage relationships. When it comes to resolving these disputes, the traditional option is to take them to court. However, in a turbulent economy […]

February 21, 2024 All, Building Surveying, Thought Leadership, Valuations admin

How Japanese Knotweed is Squeezing Property Prices

In the world of real estate, there are few green monsters as notorious as Japanese knotweed. This invasive plant first made its way to Britain in the 19th century, touted as a decorative garden plant. Little did anyone know the lasting effect it would have on the property market and real estate law. Characterised by […]

January 24, 2024 All, Construction, Expert Witness, Thought Leadership admin

Expert Evidence: Lessons from Coldunell Ltd v Hotel Management International Ltd

2022’s High Court decision in Coldunell Ltd v Hotel Management International Ltd [2022] EWHC 1290 (TCC) illuminates the pivotal role expert evidence plays in the built environment. This case considered a hotel landlord’s pursuit of compensation for his tenant’s alleged failure to return a property in good repair, as stipulated by a 20-year lease. The […]

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