Standford-le-Hope in Essex sees New Modular Homes

With ever increasing demands for new homes and especially those which are affordable, then many will be pleased to hear of 130 new homes for the Essex town of Standford-le-Hope. Sustainability in many industries is always welcomed. Modular homes are what have been passed and will be supplied by Ilke Homes – The site is…

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Leasehold law changes: how will the property market react?

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The government has proposed the reform of leasehold laws, with new rules possibly arriving within two years. We analyse whether the prospect of the new rules will have an impact on the property market from today. What are the key proposals? There are three major proposed changes, further details of which are on the government…

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Leasehold reforms are long overdue

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Housing secretary, Robert Jenrick has announced leasehold reforms to end some of the bad practices seen in recent years, as well as make it easier for homeowners to buy their freeholds. Richard Beresford, chief executive of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), said: “These long overdue changes must be the first of many to protect…

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Peabody to acquire 142 affordable homes at Television Centre

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Stanhope, Mitsui Fudosan and AIMCo (the joint venture “JV”) announce that they have exchanged contracts with Peabody who will acquire 142 new affordable homes in two new buildings at Television Centre, London, W12. The buildings form part of the wider Television Centre development which will eventually have c 950 homes in total. Stanhope is also…

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Lomond Capital and Linley & Simpson £100m deal

Linley & Simpson and Lomond Capital merger

In a supposed £100 million deal that includes injection of cash from LDC (private equity frim). Lomond Capital and Linley & Simpson among others had now partnered up so to form a stronger force between them to include a portfolio now to stand at over 20,000 properties across major towns and cities such as Leeds,…

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Global Residential Cities Index, Q3 2020

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How did city house prices around the world perform in Q3 2020? Knight Frank’s Global Residential Cities Index tracks the movement in average prices across 150 cities worldwide. The index’s annual rate of growth increased by 4.7% in the year to Q3 2020, up from 4.1% in the 12 months to Q2 2020. After the…

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Reports that Ministry of Defence to sell 131 sites

I’m sure you will be forgiven if you automatically assume that Ministry of Defence sites simply are army barracks, air fields, army training ranges and very similar. I honestly thought this was the main style of property in their portfolio, but this recent decision to sell of sites includes impressive and listed manors, stately homes…

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Governments confirms Estate Agency industry stays open in Tier 4

Estate Agency Tier 4

Recent updates from government puts more of the UK in to tier 4 and there is much fear of a tier 5 looming. It is still business as usual for the estate agency sector though as the official government website and guidelines set out: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/working-safely-during-coronavirus-covid-19/homes The news covers the work of estate agents who can…

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Country House figures excel in 2020: Knight Frank reports:

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“Prime Country House Index 253.2 / quarterly change 1.7% / annual change 4%” The Country House market finished the year as it began after the market reopened in May, with high-value properties proving to be the strongest performer during the fourth quarter. In a year dominated by the escape to the country trend, properties valued…

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Michael Jackon’s Neverland Ranch sells for $22 Million

With millions of fans worldwide and a good few doubters also, but without question memorable music that is played over and over again – Michael Jackon’s Neverland Ranch, once priced at $100 million recently sold for $22 million. A friend of and previous business associate is the person who has purchased this famous property and…

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Planning granted for major modular homes scheme in Bristol

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Planning consent has been granted for Legal & General Modular Homes to deliver 185 homes in Lockleaze, Bristol. The scheme, which has been developed in conjunction with Bristol City Council, will see two-, three- and four- bedroom houses along with one- and two-bedroom apartments developed on land at Bonnington Walk. 50% of the homes will…

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