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Why A Loft Conversion Can Pip An Extension For Value
Space in our property is often at a premium and property expansion options can be limited by various factors. So we frequently face the dilemma of choosing between a loft conversion or a house extension. Lets look at the advantages of opting for a loft conversion, and I think I’ll present a compelling case for…
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Breaking Property News – 19/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. HqO acquires Symbiosy, a smart office solution developed by HB Reavis HqO further scales people-centric product portfolio and continues rapid global expansion Some years ago I was fortunate enough to attend a pitch event given by HB Reavis at their London HQ, which led…
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Breaking Property News – 18/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. How long do people live in their houses in England and Scotland? By analysing historic property ownership data from HM Land Registry from the past 20-years, Online Mortgage Advisor has discovered that London is the region in England and Scotland where homeowners hold on to their properties for…
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Breaking Property News – 17/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. Material Information in Property Listings: Parts A, B and C explained by Inventorybase Inventorybase understanding the huge importance of the recent guidance issued by the National Trading Standards’ Estate and Letting Agency Team in Q4 last year. Outlines the long-awaited updates to material information, specifying…
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Breaking Property News – 16/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. Top Proptech Trends in 2024 – by Wes Snow CEO of Ascendix Wes Snow CEO of Ascendix, ‘As we step into 2024, the proptech arena remains dynamic and full of transformative potential, and AI and machine learning aren’t the only trends driving progress. So let’s look…
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Breaking Property News – 15/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. HqO acquires Symbiosy, a smart office solution developed by HB Reavis, to its portfolio to transform real estate experience HqO further scales people-centric product portfolio and continues rapid global expansion Some years ago I was fortunate enough to attend a pitch event given by…
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Rightmove House Price Index: Tentatively promising new year start as buyer and seller activity jump
Average new seller asking prices rise by 1.3% (+£4,571) month-on-month to £359,748, the biggest December to January increase in prices since 2020, though average prices are still 0.7% lower than at this time last year There has been some tentatively promising activity in the first week of the year, markedly stronger than a year ago,…
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UK / European Property Market Commentator: Christopher Walkey
Are you looking for a respected and long term serving UK property expert to comment on current affairs within the industry sector? I have been involved in property for nearly 20 years and I am founder of one of the UK’s biggest property news channels (were you are now reading this post) with a community…
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Safeseal Benefits: AFM Safe Seal Overview
Ever wondered how to keep your belongings and stuff safe and secure without any hassle? Imagine a world where you can protect your valuables effortlessly. What if there was a simple solution that could provide peace of mind in an instant? Introducing Safeseal – the ultimate security companion for all your product needs. With Safeseal…
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Weekly News Roundup – 12/01/24
A roundup of the week’s top property and proptech news stories in partnership with Proptech-X Adam Pigott of tlyfe says rentals are let on average just nine days after listing, so tenants need to be Rent Ready Adam Pigott CEO of Openbrix/tlyfe gives his thoughts on the current rental market and why tenants should up…
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Breaking Property News – 12/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. Furbnow raises funds to decarbonise a million properties Furbnow, the end-to-end home energy efficiency platform, is helping every UK home reach net zero, without the hassle. Today’s investment is led by SFC Capital and includes funding from Norrsken Accelerator, Daniel Luhde-Thompson, InnovateUK and the…
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2023 review: Sandbanks is price hotspot and renters leave the city
Rightmove reveals the key trends that shaped the 2023 property market: Sandbanks in Dorset is 2023’s price hotspot, with agents reporting that popular areas with fewer homes for sale outperformed the wider market, while Rosyth in Dunfermline was the quickest market Renters look to the leave the city in search of more affordable and a…
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Breaking Property News – 11/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. Mergers & Acquisition Activity – The Property Franchise Group PLC (TPFG) announces a £214 million recommended all-share merger with Belvoir Group PLC PUBLICATION LONDON 10/01/2024 ‘International legal practice Osborne Clarke is advising AIM-quoted The Property Franchise Group PLC, a leading property franchisor in the UK and manager…
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Mortgages: Lowest rates edge closer to sub 4%
The average 5-year fixed mortgage rate is now 4.94%, down from 5.09% a year ago The average 2-year fixed mortgage rate is now 5.28%, down from 5.36% a year ago The average 85% LTV 5-year fixed mortgage rate is now 5.04%, down from 5.09% a year ago The average 60% LTV 5-year fixed mortgage rate…
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Breaking Property News – 10/01/24
Daily bite-sized proptech and property news in partnership with Proptech-X. UK rental market sees gradual easing in demand, yet remains above five-year average The UK rental market is experiencing a gradual easing in demand, marking a shift from the peak levels witnessed in recent years. Despite the easing, demand remains 32% above the five-year…
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