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Government Correct to Head Off Climate and Nature Bill
The ‘Climate and Nature Private Members’ Bill’, brought forward by Dr. Roz Savage MP, seeks to set new legally binding targets for climate and nature, as well as give the Secretary of State a duty to implement a strategy to achieve these targets. The National Federation of Builders (NFB) has worked closely with Government’s old…
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Will the ‘Our Future Homes’ report address the needs of an ageing population?
Will the ‘Our Future Homes’ report address the needs of an ageing population? By Kevin Shaw at Leaders The government recently published an independent report, ‘Our Future Homes’, which considers our ageing population and looks at how housebuilders can meet the wants and needs of older people. It is widely acknowledged that not enough new homes…
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How much would Bridget Jones’ iconic London apartment cost today?
How much would Bridget Jones’ iconic London apartment cost today? A new study has revealed that the average price to purchaseBridget Jones’ iconic London apartment in the Borough Market area is now £415,090. The study calculated that this is a price increase of 182% since the first film premiered in 2001. The research obtained data…
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Shared Ownership vs. Traditional Mortgages: What’s the Difference?
Buying a property in Guildford is a significant decision, and choosing the right method of ownership is crucial. Two popular options available to buyers are shared ownership and traditional mortgages. Understanding their differences can help you decide which suits your financial situation and property aspirations. What Is Shared Ownership? Shared ownership is a government-backed scheme…
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Latest Property News
When it comes to finding out exactly what is happening in the world of property, we have many options in which to update ourselves. From picking up the newspaper (do any of us do that anymore?) to grabbing the morning news on the television whilst having your morning coffee, property news is widely available. Alongside…
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The Biggest Factors that Reduce Property Value
If you are looking to sell your home, or if you own a number of properties, then you’ll want to make sure that your sale price matches your valuation. With that said, there are a number of factors that might affect this. Underpinning Subsidence can be scary if you’re a homeowner. There’s no doubt that…
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Moving Up In The World: Finding Your Dream Home
Finding your dream home is one of life’s most exciting and transformative experiences. Whether you’re looking to upsize, relocate, or finally purchase that ideal property you’ve always envisioned, the journey is both thrilling and filled with important decisions. As you embark on this path, it’s essential to plan carefully, consider your priorities, and approach the…
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Securing Insurance for Properties with Subsidence: What You Need to Know
Subsidence is a significant concern for property owners, particularly those looking to protect their investments with adequate insurance. This structural issue, which occurs when the ground beneath a building shifts or sinks, can cause severe damage to foundations, walls, and other critical components of a property. For homeowners and buyers, understanding how to secure insurance…
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Key Inquiries to Make Before Finalising Your Property Purchase
Buying a property is one of the most significant investments of your life. In navigating through the complex world of real estate, especially in places like Bolton, it becomes increasingly important to ask the questions that will lead you to make informed decisions about what to invest in. Bolton, one of the most vibrant towns…
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Why Hiring an Architect is Essential for Large-Scale Projects
An architect is always necessary whenever one considers a large project, either a commercial building, a multi-residential complex, or public structure. Architects bring skill, vision, and functionality into every project so that, aside from beauty, it must be safe, efficient, and compliant with regulations. That is why hiring an architect is very essential in a…
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2025 Predictions for the housebuilding sector
Tim Foreman, Managing Director of Land and New Homes, Leaders Romans Group (LRG): Uncertainty was the theme of 2024, thanks to the general election, a ‘painful’ Budget and a slower than expected reduction in interest rates. But from a market point of view, uncertainty resulting in a slow-down has the advantage of creating pent-up demand…
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Quality of local high street still a major draw for property hunters despite a noticeable deterioration
A new survey of 2,000 UK adults found: 51% said having a thriving local high street is essential when choosing where to live 28% would pay more for a property if a great local high street was nearby But 54% said their local high street has deteriorated over the past five years 78% want the…
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Security from the start: Essential cybersecurity tips for startups
Startups are exciting, but as you’re spinning many plates when bringing your idea to life, it can be easy to miss out steps along the way. However, there are a few elements to your business where cutting corners should never be an option. In today’s world, as cyber attacks are becoming more complex and sophisticated…
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NPPF Review – Thoughts from the Industry
Following the publication of the revised NPPF earlier today, Here are some thoughts from the Industry on the following: 1.5 houses per square km per year 6 year housing land supply Grey belt – ‘Green Belt that doesn’t conform to the Green Belt purposes and with a new colour’ The removal of the blanket 50%…
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NPPF comment – Boyer
Following the publication of the revised NPPF earlier today, Lawrence Turner and Michelle Quan, Directors of Boyer have provided comment on: The 1.5 million new home dilemma Green Belt Modernising planning committees Need for government intervention Neighbourhood Planning Lawrence Turner, Director, Boyer In the wake of the Labour Government’s ambitious plan to build 1.5…
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